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Decks in this class (14)

Musculoskeletal Sytem
What is cartilage 1,
What are tendons 2,
What is a ligament 3
6  cards
Neurological System
What is the neurological systems ...
1  cards
Body Mechanics
What are the principles of proper...,
Why is it important for nurses to...
2  cards
Body Alignment
Describe proper body alignment fo...,
Why is it important to understand...
2  cards
Exercise
What are the benefits of regular ...,
What are the current exercise rec...,
What is an isometric exercise 3
5  cards
Range of motion
What is passive range of motion 1,
Bending limb is called 2,
Straightening limb is called 3
11  cards
Assistive Devices For Transfer
What is a slide or transfer board...,
What is a pivot disc used for 2,
What is a mechanical sit to stand...
4  cards
Positioning
What elements need to be met when...,
What are some negative patient ou...,
Lying on abdomen with the head to...
16  cards
Assistive Devices
T f cane should be placed on stro...,
What angle should the elbow be fl...,
How far away should crutches be p...
15  cards
Ambulation
How does ambulation improve patie...,
What assessment should be made pr...,
How does a gait belt help both th...
3  cards
Changes In Mobility
What is kyphosis 1,
What does kyphosis cause 2,
What does decreased balance cause 3
6  cards
Standardized Screening Tools
Based on ability to perform tasks...,
Tug stands for 2,
Tug is scored based on ability to 3
4  cards
Activity Intolerance
What is activity intolerance 1,
Bed rest immobile older adults we...,
Signs of activity intolerance 3
5  cards
Mobility
Fragile bones prone to breakage a...,
Increase risk for fractures are a...,
Interventions for osteoporosis are 3
33  cards

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