Deck 27: Exercise and Activity

Question 1

Deconditioning is

A)A decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
B)The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle
C)The loss of muscle strength as a result of inactivity
D)A drop in blood pressure when the person stands

Answer 1

The loss of muscle strength as a result of inactivity

Question 2

Bending the foot down at the ankle is

A)Pronation
B)Plantar flexion
C)Supination
D)Dorsiflexion

Answer 2

Plantar flexion

Question 3

A contracture is

A)A decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
B)The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle
C)The loss of muscle strength as a result of inactivity
D)A drop in blood pressure when the person stands

Answer 3

The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle

Question 4

External rotation is

A)Turning the joint outward
B)Turning the joint inward
C)Turning the joint downward
D)Turning the joint upward

Question 5

Adduction is

A)Moving a body part away from the midline of the body
B)Moving a body part toward the midline of the body
C)Straightening a body part
D)Bending a body part

Question 6

Rotation is

A)Turning the joint outward
B)Turning the joint inward
C)Turning the joint downward
D)Turning the joint

Question 7

Atrophy is

A)A decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
B)The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle
C)The loss of muscle strength as a result of inactivity
D)A drop in blood pressure when the person stands

Question 8

Supination is turning the joint

A)Outward
B)Inward
C)Downward
D)Upward

Question 9

Orthostatic hypotension is

A)A decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
B)The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle
C)The loss of muscle strength as a result of inactivity
D)An abnormally low blood pressure when the person suddenly stands

Question 10

Footdrop is

A)Bending a body part
B)Straightening a body part
C)A toe-up motion of the foot at the ankle
D)When the foot falls down at the ankle

Question 11

Abduction is

A)Moving a body part away from the midline of the body
B)Moving a body part toward the midline of the body
C)Straightening a body part
D)Bending a body part

Question 12

Dorsiflexion is

A)Bending a body part
B)Straightening a body part
C)Bending the toes and foot up at the ankle
D)When the foot falls down at the ankle

Question 13

Flexion is

A)Moving a body part away from the midline of the body
B)Moving a body part toward the midline of the body
C)Straightening a body part
D)Bending a body part

Question 14

Hyperextension is

A)Bending a body part
B)Straightening a body part
C)The excessive straightening of a body part
D)A brief loss of consciousness

Question 15

Syncope is

A)Footdrop
B)Postural hypotension
C)Fainting
D)Orthosis

Question 16

The act of walking is

A)Trochanter
B)Ambulation
C)Orthosis
D)Range of motion

Question 17

Pronation is turning the joint

A)Outward
B)Inward
C)Downward
D)Upward

Question 18

Another name for permanent plantar flexion is

A)Footdrop
B)Postural hypotension
C)Fainting
D)Orthosis

Question 19

Internal rotation is turning the joint

A)Outward
B)Inward
C)Downward
D)Upward

Question 20

Extension is

A)Bending a body part
B)Straightening a body part
C)A toe-up motion of the foot at the ankle
D)When the foot falls down at the ankle

Question 21

The doctor ordered trochanter rolls for a patient.Trochanter rolls prevent

A)Plantar flexion
B)The hips and legs from external rotation
C)Contractures of the thumb,fingers,and wrist
D)The mattress from sagging

Question 22

Passive range-of-motion exercises are done

A)By the person
B)By a health team member
C)By the person with your help
D)With a trapeze

Question 23

The doctor ordered a foot-board for a resident.The foot-board prevents

A)Plantar flexion
B)The hips and legs from external rotation
C)Contractures of the thumb,fingers,and wrist
D)The mattress from sagging

Question 24

Bedrest is ordered for the following reasons except

A)To promote deconditioning
B)To reduce physical activity
C)To promote healing
D)To reduce pain

Question 25

Bedrest places the person at risk for the following except

A)Contractures
B)Atrophy
C)Blood clots
D)Pronation

Question 26

A resident is on bedrest with bathroom privileges.When the person moves from a lying to sitting or standing position,he is at risk for the following except

A)Deconditioning
B)Dizziness
C)Orthostatic hypotension
D)Syncope

Question 27

The following are signs and symptoms of postural hypotension except

A)Dizziness and weakness
B)Contractures
C)A drop in blood pressure
D)Syncope

Question 28

The doctor ordered bedrest for a resident.Which is correct?

A)The person can perform some activities of daily living.
B)Everything is done for the person.
C)The person can use the beside commode.
D)The person can use the bathroom.

Question 29

Which will not prevent complications from bedrest?

A)Deconditioning
B)Frequent position changes
C)Good alignment
D)Range-of-motion exercises

Question 30

The following are signs and symptoms of orthostatic hypotension except

A)Dizziness and weakness
B)Pressure ulcers
C)A drop in blood pressure
D)Spots before the eyes

Question 31

The doctor ordered bed-boards for a resident.Bed-boards prevent

A)Plantar flexion
B)The hips and legs from external rotation
C)Contractures of the thumb,fingers,and wrist
D)The mattress from sagging

Question 32

A hip abduction wedge is positioned

A)Under the person from the hip to the knee
B)Under the mattress
C)Between the person's legs
D)At the foot of the mattress

Question 33

A resident is on bedrest.Before the person gets out of bed,you need to position her in

A)Sims' position
B)The lateral position
C)The prone position
D)Fowler's position

Question 34

Hand grips prevent contractures of the

A)Thumb,fingers,and wrist
B)Hands and forearm
C)Elbow
D)Fingers and elbow

Question 35

A resident is on bedrest.Before the person gets out of bed,you need to measure the following except

A)Temperature
B)Pulse
C)Respirations
D)Blood pressure

Question 36

Orthostatic hypotension is prevented by

A)Measuring blood pressure
B)Counting the pulse and respirations
C)Slowly changing positions
D)Preventing deconditioning

Question 37

The doctor ordered strict bedrest for a resident.Which is correct?

A)The person can perform some activities of daily living.
B)Everything is done for the person.
C)The person can use the beside commode.
D)The person can use the bathroom.

Question 38

Active range-of-motion exercises are done

A)By the person
B)By a health team member
C)By the person with your help
D)With a trapeze

Question 39

The doctor ordered a bed cradle for a resident.The bed cradle

A)Keeps top linens off the feet
B)Keeps the mattress from sagging
C)Is a more comfortable bed
D)Keeps the hips abducted

Question 40

Active-assistive range-of-motion exercises are done

A)By the person
B)By a health team member
C)By the person with your help
D)With a trapeze

Question 41

Which exercises are not done to the thumb?

A)Abduction and adduction
B)Opposition
C)Flexion and extension
D)Hyperextension and pronation

Question 42

When ambulating a person,you stand

A)In front of the person
B)In back of the person
C)To the side and slightly behind the person
D)Where the person chooses

Question 43

A person uses a walker.Which is correct?

A)The walker is held on the strong side.
B)The person moves the feet first.
C)The walker is moved first.
D)The walker is moved about 8 to 12 inches in front of the person.

Question 44

Which exercises are not done to the hip?

A)Flexion and extension
B)Hyperextension and opposition
C)Abduction and adduction
D)Internal and external rotation

Question 45

Which exercises are done to the foot?

A)Dorsiflexion and plantar flexion
B)Pronation and supination
C)Internal and external rotation
D)Radial and ulnar flexion

Question 46

Which exercises are done to the knee?

A)Flexion and extension
B)Abduction and adduction
C)Internal and external rotation
D)Radial and ulnar flexion

Question 47

These statements are about canes.Which is incorrect?

A)The cane is held on the weak side.
B)The grip is level with the hip.
C)The cane is moved forward first.
D)The cane tip is about 6 to 10 inches to the side of the foot.

Question 48

Which exercises are done to the ankle?

A)Dorsiflexion and plantar flexion
B)Abduction and adduction
C)Internal and external rotation
D)Radial and ulnar flexion

Question 49

A resident is unsteady.When assisting the person with ambulation,you need to apply a

A)Gait belt
B)Walking aid
C)Supportive device
D)Brace

Question 50

Which exercise is not done to the shoulder?

A)Flexion
B)Extension
C)Supination
D)Hyperextension

Question 51

Which exercises are done to the forearm?

A)Pronation and supination
B)Flexion and extension
C)Abduction and adduction
D)Internal and external rotation

Question 52

How do you flex the toes?

A)Pull them together
B)Spread them apart
C)Curl them
D)Straighten them

Question 53

Which exercises are done to the elbow?

A)Pronation and supination
B)Flexion and extension
C)Abduction and adduction
D)Internal and external rotation

Question 54

Which exercises are not done to the wrist?

A)Flexion and extension
B)Radial flexion and ulnar flexion
C)Hyperextension
D)Abduction and adduction

Question 55

You are performing passive range-of-motion exercises.Which action will not promote comfort?

A)Exposing only the part being exercised
B)Supporting the part being exercised
C)Providing for privacy
D)Moving the joint quickly and forcefully

Question 56

How far should you walk a person?

A)As far as the person can tolerate
B)As far as directed by the nurse and the care plan
C)Down the hall and back to the room
D)As far as the person chooses

Question 57

A patient has crutches.You need to do the following except

A)Teach the person how to use them
B)Check the crutch tips to see if they are worn down or wet
C)Make sure the bolts are tight
D)Have the person wear street shoes with non-skid soles

Question 58

You are delegated range-of-motion exercises.Which is incorrect?

A)Exercise the joints the nurse tells you to.
B)Support the part being exercised.
C)Move the joint slowly,smoothly,and gently.
D)Force each joint through its full range of motion.

Question 59

When ambulating,a person needs to wear

A)Slippers
B)Non-skid shoes
C)Whatever the person chooses
D)Athletic shoes

Question 60

You can perform range-of-motion exercises to the neck only if

A)There is a doctor's order
B)The patient or resident asks you to
C)You are supervised by a physical therapist
D)Allowed by your agency and the nurse instructs you to

Question 61

These statements are about recreational activities.Which is incorrect?

A)The person must attend the activities.
B)OBRA requires activity programs for residents.
C)Activities must meet physical,mental,and psychosocial needs.
D)The person may need help getting to and taking part in activities.

Question 62

A person wears a brace.You must

A)Check the brace tips to make sure they are not wet or torn
B)Keep the skin under the brace clean and dry
C)Make sure the person wears loose clothing
D)Make sure the brace is held on the strong side

Question 63

Which provide support for weak body parts?

A)Canes
B)Crutches
C)Walkers
D)Braces

Question 64

Which walking aids allow attachments?

A)Canes
B)Crutches
C)Walkers
D)Braces

Question 65

OBRA requires activity programs for residents.Which is correct?

A)You are not responsible for assisting residents to activity programs.
B)You do not assist with activities.
C)The activity director decides which activities each person attends.
D)Participating in activities of personal choice promotes the person's well-being.