Nursing · Critical Care Nursing
Which of the following is an appropriate long-term intervention to prevent contractures and muscle atrophy in an immobile, unconscious patient?
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- 1Avoid any forms of physiotherapy to reduce metabolic strain
- 2Maintain complete rigid bedrest without turning
- 3Initiate and encourage passive physiotherapy and range-of-motion exercises✓
- 4Restrict joint movement completely to protect residual brain function
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Initiate and encourage passive physiotherapy and range-of-motion exercises
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