The nurse is caring for a patient with impaired physical mobility. Which potential complications will the nurse monitor for in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Footdrop
B) Somnolence
C) Hypostatic pneumonia
D) Impaired skin integrity
E) Increased socialization

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Immobility leads to complications such as hypostatic pneumonia. Other possible complications include footdrop and impaired skin integrity. Interruptions in the sleep-wake cycle and social isolation are more common complications than somnolence or increased socialization.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Impaired Physical