The nurse notes that a patient has full range of motion against gravity but not resistance. How does the nurse document this finding?

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When a patient has full range of motion against gravity but not against resistance, the muscle strength is documented as "Fair." This is because the patient can move the limb through the full range of motion without assistance but cannot do so against added resistance, indicating a moderate level of muscle strength.

The Nurse Notes That a Patient Has Full Range of Motion