When Adjusting to a Chronic Illness Which of the Following

question 15

Multiple Choice

When adjusting to a chronic illness which of the following represents a physical environmental factor that may occur

• A) The lack of assistive devices to increase self-sufficiency.
• B) The feelings involved in role threat.
• C) The lack of support networks in the community.
• D) The complexity of the treatment regimen.

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Definitions:

Supination

The rotation of the forearm or foot so that the palm or sole is turned upwards or forwards.

Pronation

The rotational movement of the forearm or foot that turns the palm of the hand or sole of the foot downwards or inward.

Gait

Manner of walking.

Dorsiflexion

The act of bending the foot or toes upward, towards the shin, a movement integral to walking and various physical activities.