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The nurse designs care for the immobilized patient to help combat the major dangers of immobilization, which include: Select all that apply.

Loss of calcium from bone matrix

Stasis of respiratory secretions

Increased cardiac workload

Decreased circulation from pressure

Increased mental activity

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C,D

A. Loss of calcium from bone matrix

Immobility causes bone demineralization, increasing the risk for osteoporosis and fractures.

B. Stasis of respiratory secretions

Lack of movement decreases chest expansion, leading to retained secretions and risk of pneumonia or atelectasis.

C. Increased cardiac workload

Immobilization leads to venous stasis and reduced venous return, increasing cardiac workload and risk of thromboembolism.

D. Decreased circulation from pressure

Prolonged pressure leads to reduced perfusion, increasing risk for pressure ulcers.

E. Increased mental activity

Immobilization often results in decreased mental stimulation, potentially leading to depression or confusion, especially in older adults.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. False

The statement is false because all listed effects are known complications of prolonged immobilization.

A. Hyperextension B. Lateral flexion C. Rotation D. Flexion

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Hyperextension

Hyperextension refers to bending backward beyond the normal range.

B. Lateral flexion

Lateral flexion involves bending the neck to the side, ear toward shoulder.

C. Rotation

Rotation refers to turning the head side-to-side (e.g., shaking head “no”).

D. Flexion

Touching the chin to the chest is flexion of the neck-bending forward.

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