Factors Affecting Body Alignment and Mobility

Which of the following exercises is recommended to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

What is the purpose of graduated compression stockings?

Where should the top of a walker line up with the patient's body?

Which side should a nurse stand on when assisting a patient with a walker?

How should a cane be held when walking?

What is the recommended position of the elbow when using a cane?

How much space should there be between the axilla and the rest pad when using crutches?

What is the correct hand grip position when using crutches?

Which crutch gait involves moving both crutches and the injured leg together?

Which of the following factors can affect body alignment and mobility?

What is orthostatic hypotension?

Which of the following is a major risk associated with immobility?

What is patient care ergonomics?

Which body system experiences an increased workload due to immobility?

What is the purpose of designing equipment and work tasks to conform to the capability of the worker in relation to patient care?

Which of the following can be considered an external factor affecting body alignment and mobility?

What is the major risk associated with orthostatic hypotension?

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting body alignment and mobility?

The use of mechanical aids for walking, such as walkers, requires an order from a healthcare professional.

The top of a walker should line up with the patient's elbow.

Canes should be held on the patient's weak side for improved balance.

Crutches are used to strengthen one or both legs.

There should be 2-3 inches of space between the axilla and the rest pad when using crutches.

The purpose of graduated compression stockings is to promote venous return to the heart.

Orthostatic hypotension is a major risk associated with immobility.

The elbow should be flexed at 30 degrees when using a cane.

The top of a walker should line up with the patient's wrist.

True or false: Lifestyle does not affect body alignment and mobility.

True or false: Attitude and values have no impact on body alignment and mobility.

True or false: Fatigue and stress do not affect body alignment and mobility.

True or false: Patient care ergonomics does not involve designing equipment and work tasks to match the capabilities of the worker.

True or false: Immobility does not lead to an increased cardiac workload.

True or false: Orthostatic hypotension is not a major risk associated with immobility.

True or false: Falls are not a major risk for individuals with immobility.

True or false: Increased risk for orthostatic hypotension is not a consequence of immobility.

True or false: External factors have no impact on body alignment and mobility.