EXERCISE

Question 1

goals of passive exercise

Answer 1

-maintain existing ROM
-minimize contracture development
-maintain elasticity
-assist LOCAL circulation
-inhibit or reduce pain
-sensory stimulation

Question 2

contraindications of passive exercise

Answer 2

not performed if patient can assist

Question 3

limitations of passive exercise

Answer 3

-won’t prevent atrophy
-won’t maintain or increase strength, tone, or endurance
-won’t improve GENERAL circulation

Question 4

goals of active exercise

Answer 4

-maintain/increase muscle strength
-prevent atrophy
-increase endurance
-maintain physiological elasticity of muscle
-increase LOCAL circulation
-sensory stimulation

Question 5

precautions of passive + active exercise

Answer 5

-identify areas of injury/contractures/fractures
-avoid trauma when applying resistance
-avoid excessive stress
-avoid Valsalva maneuver
-may increase BP