An OTA would like a client who has experienced a severe burn to strengthen so that he can build up endurance for future activities. What can the OTA suggest to best promote the strengthening and well-being of this client?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Encouraging mobility out of bed for all meals and activities is the best choice as it promotes strengthening and well-being by increasing physical activity and endurance. It also helps prevent bed sores and improves overall health. Providing weights for resistive activities may be too strenuous and risky for a client with severe burns, and creating an exercise program for nursing staff may not be feasible or effective. Performing all upper extremity activities in supine may help protect the healing skin, but it does not promote overall strengthening and well-being.

An OTA Would Like a Client Who Has Experienced a Severe