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level: Quiz Lesson 12-1A

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level questions: Quiz Lesson 12-1A

Question	Answer
Body movement requires coordinated muscle activity and neurologic integration. It involves basic elements, except a. body alignment and posture b. joint mobility c. self-esteem and body image d. balance	c
The degree to which an articulation is allowed to move before being restricted by surrounding tissues a. body alignment and posture b. balance c. joint mobility d. coordinated movement	c
The point at which all of the body's mass is center a. line of gravity b. base of support c. center of gravity	c
Progressive degeneration or shrinkage of muscle or nerve tissue a. hypotinicity b. hypertrophy c. Spasticity d. Atrophy	d
Examples are walking, swimming, dance aerobics, jogging, bicycling, and moving arms and legs with light resistance a. Isotonic exercises b. Resistive isometric exercises c. Isometric exercises	a
Activity during which the amount of oxygen taken into the body is greater than that used to perform the activity; use large muscle groups that move repetitively a. Aerobic exercise b. Anaerobic exercise	a
Without the stress of weight-bearing activity, the bones demineralize. The bones become spongy and may gradually deform and fracture easily a. Disuse osteoporosis b. Contractures. c. Disuse atrophy d. Stiffness and pain in the joints	a
Because of changes in regional blood flow, bed rest decreases the amount of surfactant produced. (Surfactant enables the alveoli to remain open.) The combination of decreased surfactant and blockage of a bronchiole with mucus can cause ___ (the collapse of a lobe or of an entire lung) a. Decreased respiratory movement. b. Pooling of respiratory secretions. c. Atelectasis. d. Hypostatic pneumonia	c
Refers to the sum of all the physical and chemical processes by which living substance is formed and maintained and by which energy is made available for use by the body. a. Metabolism b. Anabolism c. Catabolism	a
Which of the following is a term for movement along a sagittal plane that decreases the angle between bones? a. Flexion b. Abduction c. Extension d. Adduction	a
When crutches are fitted, ensure the length of the crutch a. Two to three inches from the axilla b. 2-3 finger widths from the axilla c. 1-2 finger widths from the axilla d. one to two inches from the axilla	b
The following are effects of mobility except a. Impaired skin circulation b. Decreased flexibility c. Avoid twisting d. Bone demineralization	c
Gives stability to the patient but requires weight bearing on both legs. Each leg is moved alternately with each opposing crutch so three points of support are on the floor at all times a. two-point gait b. four-point gait c. one point gait d. three-point gait	a
When ascending stairs on crutches, the patient must step which foot first? a. Stronger b. Left c. Weaker d. Right	a
Which statement from a client with one weak leg regarding use of crutches when using stairs indicates a need for increased teaching? a. "The weaker leg always goes first with both crutches." b. "Going up, the strong leg goes first, then the weaker leg with both crutches." c. "Going down, the weaker leg goes first with both crutches, then the strong leg." d. " A cane or single crutch may be used instead of both crutches if held on the weaker side."	b
The client is ambulating for the first time after surgery. The client tells the nurse, "I feel faint." Which is the best action by the nurse? a. Assist the client to a nearby chair. b. Find another nurse for help c. Return the client to her room as quickly as possible. d. Tell the client to take rapid, shallow breaths.	a
Useful for patients who can bear weight but need support for balance. It provides additional point of support during ambulation. Comes in three variations: single ended with half handle, single ended with straight handles and four prongs. a. Cane b. Walker c. Crutches d. Supporter	a
Which of the following has complication on brachial nerve palsy? a. Crutches b. Walker c. Canes d. Wheelchair	a
Basic crutch stance is a. Tripod b. Sitting c. Quadpod	a
How many degree angle is the bed of the client when positioned at Semi or Low fowler's position? a. 30 b. 50 c. 90 d. 60	a