To Avoid Stimulating a Muscle Spasm,the Nurse Will Move the Impaired

question 18

Multiple Choice

To avoid stimulating a muscle spasm,the nurse will move the impaired legs of a patient with a SCI by:

• A) Firmly grasping the calf muscle and the thigh muscle.
• B) Manipulating the limb by supporting the knee and ankle joints.
• C) Holding the foot upright and slowly dragging the limb into position.
• D) Requesting assistance to support the calf and thigh.

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