what is pt1
What is Arthritis?
what is inflammation, or swelling, of the joints. It causes stiffness, pain, and decreased mobility.
what is called by lack of calcium in the diet
Osteoporosis
what is signs and symptoms of fractures?
pain, swelling, bruising, changes in skin color at the site and limited movement.
what is a resident care plan?
will state when the resident may begin putting weight on the hip
what is a care guideline for hip replacement
keep often used items in reach
what is musculoskeletal system?
what is Muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage give the body shape and structure. They work together to move the body. The skeleton, or framework, of the human body has 206 bones.
what is signs and symptoms of Osteoporosis?
what is low back pain, stooped posture, becoming shorter over time, and fractures.
what makes hip fractures more common
weakened bones
what is partial weight bearing
means the resident is able to support some body weight on one or both legs.
what is a care guideline for knee replacement
perform ankle pumps as ordered
what is the changes of aging...
What is
Muscles weaken and lose tone
Body movements slow
Bones lose density. They become more brittle, making them more susceptible to breaks.
Joints may stiffen and become painful
Height is gradually lost
what is a fracture?
broken bone
a sudden fall can result in what
fractured hip
what is non weight bearing
means the resident is unable to touch the floor or support any weight on one or both legs.
what are special stockings used for?
to prevent blood clots
what is Osteoarthritis
what is Also called degenerative joint disease (DJD) or degenerative arthritis, affects the elderly. It may occur with aging or as the result of joint injury. Hips and knees,which are weight bearing joints, are usually affected.
what is a fracture caused by?
accident or by osteoporosis.
hip fracture can also occur when
weakened bones fracture and then cause a fall
what is full weight bearing?
means that both legs can bear 100 percent of the body weight on a step. Help as needed with cane, walker, or crutches.
what does deep breathing help with
knee replacement
what is osteoporosis?
what is is a condition in which bones lose density. This causes them to become porous and brittle. Brittle bones can break easily.
what is the most common fractures?
arms, wrists, elbows, legs, and hips are the most common.
how is a hip injury caused
Fractured hip from an injury or fall that does not heal properly
Weakened hip due to aging
Hip is painful and stuff because the joint is weak and the bones are no longer strong enough to bear the person's weight.
what is one guideline for arthritis
watch for stomach irritation or heartburn
keep items near reach with...
hip replacement