Passive range-of-motion exercises are most important for which of the

Passive range-of-motion exercises are most important for which of the following clients?

1. Pediatric client with a broken femur
2. Diabetic client with a total knee replacement
3. Unconscious client in ICU
4. Elderly client with a bowel obstruction

ANSWER

ANS: 3
The nurse should perform passive range of motion exercises with this client because the client cannot perform the exercises alone. These clients in the remaining options should be encouraged to perform active range-of-motion exercises.