UNAR Range of Motion and Mobility 5

Question 1

Which situation is a contraindication for performing ROM exercises on a specific joint?

Accepted Answer

The patient has a recent fracture in that area

Answer

ROM exercises should not be performed on or near a recent fracture site because movement can displace the fracture and cause further injury.

Question 2

When performing ROM exercises on a patient with arthritis, the nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Perform gentle movements within the patient's pain tolerance

Answer

Gentle ROM exercises within pain tolerance help maintain joint mobility in arthritis patients; complete avoidance leads to further stiffness.

Question 3

Which body mechanic principle best protects the nurse aide during ROM and transfer activities?

Accepted Answer

Keeping the back straight and bending at the knees

Answer

Keeping the back straight and bending at the knees uses the strong leg muscles for lifting and prevents back injury.

Question 4

What does 'hyperextension' of a joint mean?

Accepted Answer

Extending a limb beyond its normal straight position

Answer

Hyperextension extends a joint beyond its normal anatomical straight position, such as bending the wrist backward.

Question 5

When dressing a patient with left-sided weakness (hemiplegia), the nurse aide should begin with:

Accepted Answer

The left (weaker) arm first

Answer

The affected (weaker) limb should be dressed first because it has less range of motion and is harder to thread through clothing.

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test