The nurse is caring for a 25-year-old male quadriplegic patient.Which treatment should the nurse perform to decrease the risk of joint contracture and promote joint mobility?

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Passive range-of-motion exercises involve the nurse moving the patient's limbs through a full range of motion to maintain joint mobility and prevent joint contractures. The patient in this scenario is quadriplegic, meaning that he is unable to move any of his limbs independently, making active ROM impossible. Turning the patient every two hours may help prevent pressure ulcers, but it does not address joint mobility. Administering glucosamine supplements may be beneficial for joint health, but it does not actively promote joint mobility like passive ROM exercises.

The Nurse Is Caring for a 25-Year-Old Male Quadriplegic Patient