The newly admitted client has contractures of both lower extremities.What nursing intervention should be included in this client's plan of care?
A)Frequent position changes to reverse the contractures
B)Exercises to strengthen flexor muscles
C)Range-of-motion exercises to prevent worsening of contractures
D)Weight-bearing activities to stimulate joint relaxation

Question

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Range-of-motion exercises are crucial in preventing worsening of contractures. Frequent position changes may not be feasible for all clients and exercises to strengthen flexor muscles or weight-bearing activities may not be appropriate for someone with contractures.

The Newly Admitted Client Has Contractures of Both Lower Extremities