Consequence of Standard Care
Benefits of Early Mobilization
Case Study Questions
100

Will immobility increase risk of developing pneumonia or other respiratory complications? true or false 

True 

100

How does early mobility help a patient?

Maintain muscle tone
100

How many liters of oxygen is Mr. Hill on?

2 L
200

What would happen if Mr Hill didn't engage in early mobilization for the respiratory system? 

Accumulation of fluid in the lung leading to increase risk of bacteria buildup

200

Is mr hills hospital stay reduced with early ambulation? True or false.

True 

200

What is Mr.Hills diagnosis?

Community- Acquired Pneumonia 

300
What will mr. hill likely develop without implementing early ambulation?

decreased circulation and oxygenation 

300

How does early mobilization improve quality of life?

-Increases muscle tone 

-Improve mental status

300

Why did the patient develop a Deep Vein Thrombosis that traveled to the lungs

Lack of Mobility

400

Prolonged bed rest on the body leads to? 

Muscle weakness and atrophy 

400

what does early mobilization prevent within the lungs? 

atelectasis 
400

What is a Nursing Diagnosis for Mr. Hill?

Activity Intolerance

500

How would Mr hills ability to fight off infection be affected in immobility? 

Reduced ability to fight of infection leading to worsening client condition 

500

where is mr hill less likely to be transferred if he participates in early mobilization? 

ICU because of reduced complications due to mobilization. 

500

What hypertensive medication is Mr. Hill on?

Lisinopril

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