The patient had a stroke and is currently immobile.The nurse realizes that increasing mobility is critical because immobility can result in alterations in which of the following?

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Immobility can result in alterations in all of the options listed. Cardiovascular function can be affected by decreased heart rate and blood flow, pulmonary function can be affected by reduced lung expansion and oxygenation, skin integrity can be affected by pressure ulcers, and elimination can be affected by urinary retention or constipation. Increasing mobility is critical in preventing or addressing these potential issues.

The Patient Had a Stroke and Is Currently Immobile