Patient Care Interventions Quiz

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What is the main purpose of assisting with initial changes like dangling, sitting in a chair, and ambulation?

To reduce the level of debilitation (correct)

To increase patient social interaction

To prevent skin breakdown

To maintain the patient's self-concept

Which of the following is a key reason for encouraging early ambulation and other activities of daily living?

To decrease sensory stimulation

To promote mobility and prevent debilitation (correct)

To increase the risk of depression

To prevent urinary tract infections

Why is positive reinforcement important during patient activity?

To help patients overcome fear of falling (correct)

To increase the risk of skin breakdown

To induce depression in patients

To discourage patients from moving

What role do mobility aids play in home settings according to the text?

They can enhance mobility levels Signup and view all the answers

How does facilitating transfer training benefit patients?

It assists in transferring patients to different locations Signup and view all the answers

'Encourage appropriate use of assistive devices in the home setting' aims to:

Enhance mobility for patients Signup and view all the answers

'Allow patient to perform tasks at his or her own rate' is important because:

It helps patients to initiate new activities comfortably Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain limbs in functional alignment during patient care?

To prevent foot drop and excessive plantar flexion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a bed frame according to the text?

To prevent heavy bed linens from resting on the feet Signup and view all the answers

How does resistance training benefit older adults according to the text?

By preserving independent living status and reducing fall risk Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to encourage coughing and deep-breathing exercises for patients?

To optimize lung expansion and prevent secretions from accumulating Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of turning patients to a prone or semi-prone position daily?

To promote bronchial tree drainage Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use prophylactic antipressure devices as appropriate in patient care?

To prevent tissue breakdown Signup and view all the answers

How do passive or active assistive ROM exercises benefit patients according to the text?

They maintain muscle strength and endurance and prevent stiffness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using an incentive spirometer as mentioned in the passage?

To increase lung expansion Signup and view all the answers

Why should patients be encouraged to perform independent activity as able and safe?

To speed up recovery and boost self-esteem Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to turn and position patients every 2 hours or as needed?

To optimize circulation to tissues and relieve pressure Signup and view all the answers

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