A patient who is weak from inactivity following a car accident benefits most if the nurse provides for:
A) passive range of motion (ROM) exercises to all joints four times a day.
B) active ROM exercises to arms and legs several times a day.
C) active ROM exercises with weights twice a day with 20 repetitions each.
D) passive ROM exercises to the point of resistance or pain and then slightly beyond.

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Active ROM is best to restore strength in a weak patient who can independently perform activities of daily living but is immobilized because of injury.

A Patient Who Is Weak from Inactivity Following a Car