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A nurse is caring for a client who has been hospitalized and is performing active range-of-motion exercises. Which of the following body movements should indicate to the nurse that the client has full range of motion of the shoulder?

Abducting the arm to a 90-degree angle from the side of the body

Adducting the arm so that is lies next to the client's side

Flexing the shoulder by raising the arm from a side position to a 180-degree angle

Circumducting the shoulder in a 180-degree half circle

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Abducting the arm to a 90-degree angle from the side of the body

This is only partial abduction; full ROM involves more than 90 degrees.

B. Adducting the arm so that it lies next to the client's side

Adduction is part of the range, but not a complete indicator of full shoulder ROM.

C. Flexing the shoulder by raising the arm from a side position to a 180-degree angle

This demonstrates full shoulder flexion, from rest to above the head.

D. Circumducting the shoulder in a 180-degree half circle

Circumduction is a circular movement, but a 180° half-circle isn’t a full demonstration of the shoulder’s capacity.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. True

Immobility can lead to urinary stasis, which increases the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Monitoring for urinary symptoms is essential to detect these complications early.

A. Abduction B. External rotation C. Internal rotation D. Adduction

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Abduction:

Abduction refers to movement of a limb away from the midline of the body, such as raising the arm from the side outward and upward.

B. External rotation:

This refers to rotating a limb outward along its axis, not raising the arm overhead.

C. Internal rotation:

This refers to rotating the limb inward, which is not the action of lifting the arm above the head.

D. Adduction:

Adduction refers to moving a limb toward the midline, the opposite of abduction.

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