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Stoan Holmes
on Oct 08, 2024
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An elderly nursing home resident fell 2 weeks ago and has been on bed rest.The patient has become increasingly fatigued during activities of daily living (ADLs) .The family is concerned about the patient's declining condition.The best explanation that the nurse can give the family is that the patient's fatigue is caused by which of the following?
A) Decreased muscle endurance caused by immobility
B) Advanced age
C) Increased metabolism
D) Urinary stasis
Muscle Endurance
The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to perform repetitive contractions over a period of time without becoming exhausted.
Decreased Muscle Endurance
A reduction in the ability of a muscle to perform repeated contractions over a period of time without getting fatigued.
Activities Of Daily Living
Basic personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, essential for everyday living.
- Scrutinize the body's alterations and issues resulting from immobilization.
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Learning Objectives
- Scrutinize the body's alterations and issues resulting from immobilization.