Question 1

Bladder infections are more likely to develop in immobilized patients because of:&#10;A)stasis of urine in the urinary system&#10;B)development of hypocalcemia with immobility&#10;C)fluid overload in the system&#10;D)lack of neurologic control of the bladder

Accepted Answer

Immobility can cause stasis of urine in the urinary system, which means that urine remains in the bladder for an extended period, which can lead to the growth of bacteria, and this can result in bladder infections.

Question 2

Prolonged immobility may predispose to ___________ in the kidneys.&#10;A)urinary stasis&#10;B)renal calculi&#10;C)infection&#10;D)any of the above

Accepted Answer

Prolonged immobility can lead to urinary stasis, which can result in the formation of renal calculi or urinary tract infections. Therefore, all of the above options (A, B, and C) are possible consequences of prolonged immobility in the kidneys.

Question 3

What is a major factor predisposing to pulmonary infection in immobilized patients?&#10;A)decreased activity and demand for oxygen&#10;B)increased retention of CO&#8322;&#10;C)inability to sneeze forcefully&#10;D)stasis of secretions in the lungs

Accepted Answer

Immobilized patients are often unable to cough and clear secretions from their airways, leading to stasis of secretions in their lungs, which increases the risk of pulmonary infections.

Question 4

Inactive muscle quickly loses strength as it becomes _____________.&#10;A)less elastic&#10;B)atrophied&#10;C)contracted&#10;D)spastic

Accepted Answer

When a muscle is inactive or not used, it begins to atrophy or waste away. As a result, the muscle loses strength and becomes weaker over time. Choice A is incorrect because elasticity is not directly related to strength. Choice C is incorrect because a contracted muscle is still active and can be strong. Choice D is incorrect because spasticity is a condition where muscles are constantly contracted and can be overly strong.

Question 5

Atelectasis may occur with a prolonged period of bed rest due to:&#10;A)reduced removal of pulmonary secretions&#10;B)increased expansion of the lower lobes of the lungs&#10;C)increased risk of aspiration in a sitting position&#10;D)loss of cough reflex

Accepted Answer

Prolonged bed rest can lead to reduced removal of pulmonary secretions, which can cause atelectasis. Atelectasis occurs when the air sacs in the lungs collapse, leading to a decrease in lung volume and difficulty breathing.

Question 6

What do prolonged periods of immobility frequently lead to?
1)orthostatic hypotension
2)increased blood pressure and heart rate
3)increased risk of thrombi and emboli
4)rapid,deep respirations

A)1,2
B)1,3
C)2,4
D)3,4

Accepted Answer

Prolonged periods of immobility can lead to an increased risk of thrombi (blood clots) and emboli (clots that dislodge and travel) due to blood pooling in the veins and decreased venous return. Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing) and rapid, deep respirations are not typically associated with prolonged immobility, while increased blood pressure and heart rate would be more indicative of physical activity or stress.

Question 7

The major problem associated with immobility and the gastrointestinal tract is:&#10;A)constipation&#10;B)diarrhea&#10;C)nausea&#10;D)increased rate of peristalsis

Accepted Answer

Immobility can lead to decreased physical activity and slower intestinal movement, which can result in constipation.

Question 8

Which of the following frequently causes decubitus ulcers?&#10;A)infection by resident flora&#10;B)inadequate circulation at pressure points&#10;C)normal degenerative changes&#10;D)allergic reaction to adhesive tape or dressings

Accepted Answer

Decubitus ulcers, also known as pressure ulcers, are caused by inadequate circulation at pressure points due to prolonged periods of immobilization or pressure.

Question 9

Paralysis of the lower part of the body is called:&#10;A)hemiplegia&#10;B)paraplegia&#10;C)quadriplegia&#10;D)None of the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Paraplegia is the medical term for paralysis of the lower half of the body. Hemiplegia refers to paralysis on one side of the body and quadriplegia refers to paralysis of all four limbs. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Question 10

Which of the following is/are common effect(s)of prolonged immobility in children?&#10;A)delayed linear growth&#10;B)contractures and deformities involving the hips,spine,legs and feet&#10;C)skeletal muscle weakness&#10;D)a,c&#10;E)a,b,c

Accepted Answer

Prolonged immobility in children can lead to delayed linear growth, contractures and deformities involving the hips, spine, legs, and feet, as well as skeletal muscle weakness. Thus, option E, which includes all three effects, is the correct answer.

Question 11

Which of the following is likely to develop when a leg is immobilized in a cast?&#10;A)contracture&#10;B)muscle hypertrophy&#10;C)muscle atrophy&#10;D)increased osteoblastic activity

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Lack of weight-bearing and skeletal muscle activity for a prolonged period leads to:&#10;A)bone demineralization&#10;B)lengthening of tendons and ligaments&#10;C)decreased skeletal muscle mass&#10;D)a,b&#10;E)a,c

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lack of weight-bearing and skeletal muscle activity...

Question 13

Which of the following apply to orthostatic hypotension associated with prolonged immobility?&#10;A)Sudden changes in body position from supine to upright may cause low blood pressure.&#10;B)Venous return and cardiac output are decreased with immobility.&#10;C)All cardiovascular reflexes are lost with prolonged immobility.&#10;D)a,b&#10;E)a,c

Accepted Answer

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Deck 11: Effects of Immobility