ROM Exercises

Question 1

Does passive ROM benefit muscle strength

Answer 1

no

Question 2

ROM exercises should be done to the point of

Answer 2

slight resistance

Question 3

ROM exercises need to be

Answer 3

repeated, systematic, at the clients tolerance, 3-5 times

Question 4

What are some client teachings for active ROM exercises

Answer 4

go only to the point of slight resistance
perform the exercises the same way everytime
perform the exercises 3 times each, twice daily

Question 5

What are some client teachings for active ROM exercises for older adults

Answer 5

Follow the previous steps until you acheive a sufficient ROM for ADL’s