Rasmussen College MDC 1 Exam 2

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Rasmussen College MDC 1 Exam 2 Study Guide 2023 - 2024 Questions and Answers (Verified Answers) 1.What is flexion ANS forward movement of the limb; going closer to the body 2.Adduction ANS movement of a limb toward the midline of the body 3.Abduction ANS When a limb is moved away from the midline of the body 4.Osteomyelitis is ANS an infection in the bones due to bacteria 5.Range of motion in a joint ANS flexibility 6.Passive range of motion exercises are done ANS when a resident cannot move on her own 1 / 4

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7.During immobility muscles ANS lose tone become weak lose muscle mass (atrophy) 8.The three point gait is used for which of the following conditions ANS Leg fracture 9.To prevent post op atelectasis, you should ANS - encourage incentive spirometry Q 2H -instruct Splinting when cough / deep resp -reposition Q 2 H & assist client in the orthopneic position 10.True or false a three point gait is used when only bear partial weight on one leg ANS true 11.What are respiratory effects of immobility ANS Atelectasis Decreased lung expansion Pneumonia 12.What are the cardiovascular effects of immobility ANS DVT & venous stasis SOB on exertion 13.Immobility of the GI system can cause ANS constipation 14.What is not a result of immobility ANS reduced anxiety 15.Which degrees defines a high Fowler's position ANS 60-90 degrees 2 / 4

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16.Why would you use a mechanical lift ANS Patient is immobile and unable to bear weight 17.Kyphosis is caused by ANS osteoporosis and vertebral compression fractures 18.Musculoskeletal injury prevention teachings include for an older adult...ANS - Wearing a helmet when riding a bicycle -Implement fall prevention strategies -Screening for osteoporosis 19.Early mental signs of immobility include ANS confusion depressed mood disorientation 20.What are some interventions to reduce the risk for skin injury ANS - Offload and reposition -Control moist and inspect skin daily 3 / 4

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-Encourage protein, calories, minerals & fluid intake -Elevate the bed no greater than 30 degrees 21.A well rounded fitness program includes ANS - stretching before & after exercise -movement against resistance 22.What is true about open reduction internal fixation ANS is the most common method of reducing and immobilizing a fracture 23.An effect of the GI system due to immobility is a lack of ANS peristalsis 24.Which of the following is not necessary when treating an open fracture ANS - Apply occlusive dressing 25.What is the nurses priority assessment with a client who has kyphosis and has had a total knee repair ANS Auscultate lung sounds 26.Plantar Fasciitis affects which part of the body ANS foot 27.True or false clients with plantar fasciitis and foot surgery take longer to heal because less circulation to the feet than other areas ANS True 28.Interventions for an immobile client include ANS - ROM -Positioning -Keep clean and dry

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