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NUR2101 PRACTICE EXAM
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NUR2101 PRACTICE EXAMactive range of motion - ANSWER voluntary movement of a joint
contracture - ANSWER an abnormal fixation of a joint
activity intolerance - ANSWER Inadequate amount of physical or psychological
energy to undergo or complete a necessary activity.
atelectasis - ANSWER collapse of airways and small sections of the lung as a result
of shallow breathing. the collapsing of the king during expiration.
atrophy - ANSWER becomes smaller and weaker often from disuse.
body alignment - ANSWER the positioning held by the various parts of the body
while performing activities or during rest.
cardiac deconditioning - ANSWER Atrophy of the heart muscle that results in a
decreased amount of blood being ejected from the heart during contraction.
Cartilage - ANSWER flexible connective tissue that coats bony areas, allowing
them to glide over each other and absorb shock.
cerebrovascular accident - ANSWER death of brain cells do to a blood clot or the
rupture of a blood level within the brain.
constipation - ANSWER A condition in which the client has infrequent bowel
bowel movements were the stool is hard, lumpy, and difficult to pass
dangling - ANSWER the act of having a client on the edge of the bed before
moving to a standing position.
deep vein thrombosis - ANSWER A condition that results from a blood clot inside
a deep vein, usually within the extremities.
disuse osteoporosis - ANSWER loss of skeletal mass, density, and strength caused
by immobility
ergonomics - ANSWER Study of the body mechanics concerning the demand and
, design of the work environment and equipment used
fecal impaction - ANSWER A hardened mass of stool that creates a blockage in the
intestines
foot drop - ANSWER a type of joint contracture which results in the foot and toes
permanently pointing downward
fragility fractures - ANSWER fractures that occur following stress on a bone that
would not typically result in a break
gait - ANSWER manner of style of ambulation
gastroesophageal reflux - ANSWER backflow of gastric fluids into the esophagus
that can result in irritation of the tissue
gross motor skills - ANSWER the use of large muscle groups to perform whole
body movements
immobility - ANSWER inability to move about freely
incentive spirometer - ANSWER A device utilized to encourage the client to inhale
slow, deep breaths.
joint contractures - ANSWER An abnormal fixation of a joint due to changes in
muscles and connective tissue.
kyphosis - ANSWER excessive outward curvature of the spine, causing hunching
of the back.
ligaments - ANSWER flexible fibrous connective tissue that attaches bone to bone.
malnutrition - ANSWER imbalance in the amount of nutrients a body needs and
nutrients a body gets
mobility - ANSWER moving from one position to another
Mobility assessment - ANSWER An objective assessment to determine the amount
of assistance required for ambulation and transfers based upon the client's ability to
move.
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