Asked by
Alexis Ramirez Brightwell
on Oct 08, 2024Verified
The patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident.The patient has a fractured right hip and is on bed rest.Because of the prolonged immobility the nurse is concerned about complications such as which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A) Decreased nutrients/fluids
B) Increased disuse osteoporosis
C) Increased gastrointestinal motility
D) Decreased lung expansion
E) Decreased pooling of lung secretions
Disuse Osteoporosis
A condition where bones weaken due to prolonged periods of inactivity or immobilization.
Prolonged Immobility
A condition where an individual is unable to move for an extended period, which can lead to various health complications such as bedsores and muscle atrophy.
Lung Expansion
The process of increasing or maximizing the volume of air in the lungs, crucial for efficient gas exchange and respiratory health.
- Examine the bodily changes and difficulties caused by lack of movement.
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Learning Objectives
- Examine the bodily changes and difficulties caused by lack of movement.