alterations
a break in the continuity of a bone?
what are fractures
the action of bending of a joint
what is flexion
the inflammation of a tendon
what is tendinitis
crutches always move with what leg (good or bad)
what is bad leg
a common side effect of muscle relaxants that causes dizziness upon standing and increases the risk of falls
what is orthostatic hypotension
the central nervous system disorder cased by degeneration of several areas of the brain that produce the neurotransmitter dopamine accompanied by a normal level of acetylcholine produced by the neurons
what is parkinsons
the action of straightening of a joint
what is extension
the inflammation of the synovial membranes
what is synovitis
provides maximum with four legs and is commonly used by older adults or those recovering from hip replacement surgery
what is a walker
when educating your patient on proper body mechanics, nurses should emphasize bending at this joint when lifting heaving objects
what is the knees
the autoimmune disorder that disrupts the transmission of nerve impulses resulting in the brain's ability to communicate with the rest of the body being impaired
the movement of the sole of the the foot inwards (towards the median plane)
what is inversion
the inflammation of the bursa
what is bursitis
a patient that needs to completely avoid putting weight on the injured limb would use
what is a wheelchair
name 3 fall risks
what is inadequate lighting, obstructed walkways, stairs, loose rugs, etc..
a medical emergency that may result in permanent disability or paralysis that can often result from motor vehicle accidents and sport injuries
what is spinal cord injury
moving a limb away from the midline of your body
what is abduction
disorder in the foot that involves the buildup of uric acid
what is gout
a patient with one weak limb who can still bear weight may use this assistive device, which can be wooden or metal and have one or four rubber cushioned feet
what is a cane
type of connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone to help with movement
what is tendons?
the condition that is characterized by degeneration of cartilage and bone in a joint, sometimes accompanied by bone spurs or bony growths on normal bone
what is osteoarthritis
moving a limb toward the midline of your body
what is adduction
a lateral deviation seen in the great toe
what is bunions
type of crutches that are used for patients who are unable to bear weight in their wrists
what are platform crutches
type of connective tissue that lacks blood vessels and provides cushioning in joints
what is cartilage