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RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Mobility _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College | Raising the Bar for Success_ Mobility _ First Semester 2020 $12.99   Add to cart

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RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Mobility _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College Mobility What is the definition of Mobility? • Factors that facilitate or impair movement of the body What are conditions that places one at risk for altered Mobility? • Older population, esp. fema...

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RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Mobility _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College Mobility What is the definition of Mobility? • Factors that facilitate or impair movement of the body What are conditions that place s one at risk for altered Mobility? • Older population, esp. females What clinical outcomes should the nurse look for related to Mobility ? a. Positive i. Independence ii. Physical activity iii. Weight control b. Negative i. Swelling of Les ii. Dyspnea on exertion iii. Contractures iv. Skin breakd own v. Constipation vi. Incontinence vii. Loss of self -worth What is the definition of muscle atrophy? • Loss of muscle mass due to deconditioning or lack of use of muscle What is the difference between Passive and Active Range of Motion? • Passive – joint is not actively moved by client • Active – client is doing all movement of joint What important factors should the nurse teach when teaching a patient how to walk with a cane? (Med -Surg Cheever, p 166) • Put cane on strong side , handle should be level with lower hip and in -line with pinky toe • Wear firm -soled and well -fitting shoes, assess stamina and stability before moving • Move opposite arm and leg together (move cane w/affected leg) What nursing interventions should a nurse perform when caring for a patient who is b lind? • Effective coping efforts – acceptance and willingness to adapt to changes • Value changes, independence -dependence conflicts, stigma, functioning in social settings with vision loss • Strategies for adapting to environment • Performing ADLs safely • Encoura ge independence while ensuring safety

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