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In which position is the patient lying on their back with hips and knees flexed and thighs apart supported with raised stirrups?
In which position is the patient lying on their back with hips and knees flexed and thighs apart supported with raised stirrups?
Which position is indicated for access to the lower pelvis and for rectal, genital, and vaginal examinations?
Which position is indicated for access to the lower pelvis and for rectal, genital, and vaginal examinations?
What is the primary indication for the Low Fowler's position?
What is the primary indication for the Low Fowler's position?
Which position promotes lung expansion, especially for ventilator-assisted patients, and is used for oral care and gastric feedings to reduce regurgitation?
Which position promotes lung expansion, especially for ventilator-assisted patients, and is used for oral care and gastric feedings to reduce regurgitation?
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When is the lithotomy position commonly used?
When is the lithotomy position commonly used?
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Which position is preferred for sleeping and also for post-op spinal surgery (excluding cervical surgery)?
Which position is preferred for sleeping and also for post-op spinal surgery (excluding cervical surgery)?
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What distinguishes the Semi Fowler's position from the Standard Fowler's position?
What distinguishes the Semi Fowler's position from the Standard Fowler's position?
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Which position is specifically indicated to prevent aspiration during tube feeding?
Which position is specifically indicated to prevent aspiration during tube feeding?
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What is the primary indication for the Standard Fowler’s position?
What is the primary indication for the Standard Fowler’s position?
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Which complication can arise from immobility in the musculoskeletal system?
Which complication can arise from immobility in the musculoskeletal system?
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What is a common urinary complication related to immobility?
What is a common urinary complication related to immobility?
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Which integumentary change can be a result of immobility?
Which integumentary change can be a result of immobility?
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What psychosocial effect might immobility contribute to?
What psychosocial effect might immobility contribute to?
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In nursing diagnosis, which option might be related to the inability to move freely in bed?
In nursing diagnosis, which option might be related to the inability to move freely in bed?
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What is one of the indications for placing a patient in a supine position?
What is one of the indications for placing a patient in a supine position?
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Which of the following is a planning action recommended for individuals dealing with immobility?
Which of the following is a planning action recommended for individuals dealing with immobility?
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How does urinary stasis relate to immobility?
How does urinary stasis relate to immobility?
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What kind of gait pattern is recommended for individuals with poor balance and muscle weakness in both lower extremities?
What kind of gait pattern is recommended for individuals with poor balance and muscle weakness in both lower extremities?
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In which gait pattern is stability compromised because only two points are in contact with the floor?
In which gait pattern is stability compromised because only two points are in contact with the floor?
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Which gait pattern is used when one lower extremity is unable to bear weight?
Which gait pattern is used when one lower extremity is unable to bear weight?
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What type of walking aid has four points of contact with the ground, providing a wider base of support?
What type of walking aid has four points of contact with the ground, providing a wider base of support?
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Which gait pattern is used when there's a lack of coordination and muscle weakness in both lower extremities?
Which gait pattern is used when there's a lack of coordination and muscle weakness in both lower extremities?
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What must be present for successful use of the two-point crutch gait pattern?
What must be present for successful use of the two-point crutch gait pattern?
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When is the three-point crutch gait pattern typically used?
When is the three-point crutch gait pattern typically used?
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What is the primary role of a walker compared to crutches or walking sticks?
What is the primary role of a walker compared to crutches or walking sticks?
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In which gait pattern are three points in contact with the floor, involving two crutch points and one unaffected lower extremity?
In which gait pattern are three points in contact with the floor, involving two crutch points and one unaffected lower extremity?
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What type of exercises are performed by the patient independently?
What type of exercises are performed by the patient independently?
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Which condition is a contraindication to Active Range of Motion (AROM) exercises?
Which condition is a contraindication to Active Range of Motion (AROM) exercises?
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In which exercise would the patient need assistance from an external force?
In which exercise would the patient need assistance from an external force?
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What is a common reason for performing Active Assisted Range of Motion (AAROM) exercises?
What is a common reason for performing Active Assisted Range of Motion (AAROM) exercises?
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Which condition requires caution with Active Range of Motion (AROM) exercises?
Which condition requires caution with Active Range of Motion (AROM) exercises?
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In AAROM exercises, what type of assistance may be applied to help the patient?
In AAROM exercises, what type of assistance may be applied to help the patient?
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Which type of exercise is used in the presence of severe soft tissue trauma?
Which type of exercise is used in the presence of severe soft tissue trauma?
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'Fatigue' is a condition that is usually associated with which type of exercise?
'Fatigue' is a condition that is usually associated with which type of exercise?
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'Intensified symptoms with exercise' is a concern in which type of exercise?
'Intensified symptoms with exercise' is a concern in which type of exercise?
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What is the main indication for the SIM's Position?
What is the main indication for the SIM's Position?
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Which position is recommended for patients experiencing respiratory distress, such as those with severe cases of COVID-19 or ARDS?
Which position is recommended for patients experiencing respiratory distress, such as those with severe cases of COVID-19 or ARDS?
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In which position does the patient lie on their side with the hips and knees flexed for sigmoidoscopy?
In which position does the patient lie on their side with the hips and knees flexed for sigmoidoscopy?
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What is the primary purpose of assuming the Fetal Position?
What is the primary purpose of assuming the Fetal Position?
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Which position allows for visualization and treatment of the perineal area?
Which position allows for visualization and treatment of the perineal area?
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What differentiates the SIM's Position from the Prone Position?
What differentiates the SIM's Position from the Prone Position?
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For which procedure is the Lateral Knee-Chest Position not commonly indicated?
For which procedure is the Lateral Knee-Chest Position not commonly indicated?
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What distinguishes the Fetal Position from other positions mentioned?
What distinguishes the Fetal Position from other positions mentioned?
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What is a characteristic feature of the Prone Position?
What is a characteristic feature of the Prone Position?
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