A nurse is caring for a 25-year-old male quadriplegic patient.Which of the following treatments would the nurse perform to decrease the risk of joint contracture and promote joint mobility?

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Passive ROM involves moving the joints through their ROM when the patient is unable to do so for himself.Passive ROM promotes joint mobility.Active ROM would not be possible for a quadriplegic patient.Turning the patient every 2 hours prevents skin breakdown but does not promote mobility or prevent contracture.Glucosamine is a building block for the formation and repair of cartilage.However,there is inconclusive scientific evidence regarding the benefit of this substance to improve joint function.

A Nurse Is Caring for a 25-Year-Old Male Quadriplegic Patient