Ambulation & Immobility Flashcards by Mellow Green

Effects of immobility on musculoskeletal system:

Disuse osteoporosis 
Decreased muscle mass
Contactures
Stiffness
Pain

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Consequences of immobility occur in these body systems:

Musculoskeletal 
Cardiovascular 
Integumentary 
Respiratory 
Gastrointestinal/urinary
Psychosocial

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Effects of immobility on cardiovascular system

Diminished cardiac reserve
Postural hypotension
Venous vasodilation - stasis - thrombosis

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Effects of immobility on respiratory system

Decreased respiratory movement

Pooling of secretions - atelectasis - (hypostatic) pneumonia

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Effects of immobility on gastrointestinal /urinary system

Anorexia
Constipation
Urinary stasis
Urinary retention - incontinence and infection

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Effects of immobility on integument

Reduced skin turgor
Impaired circulation - skin breakdown
Braden Scale used to assess risk for sores

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Ambulation & Immobility Flashcards