Patients at Risk for Complications And/or Injury from Improper Positioning

question 1

Multiple Choice

Patients at risk for complications and/or injury from improper positioning include patients with which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Poor nutrition
• B)Loss of sensation
• C)Impaired muscle development
• D)Poor circulation
• E)None of above

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

stands for Rapid Eye Movement sleep, a phase of sleep during which vivid dreams commonly occur, characterized by rapid movement of the eyes.

Memory

The capacity of the mind to store, retain, and recall information, experiences, and skills.

Sleep Apnea

A disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or instances of shallow or infrequent breathing during sleep.

Periodic Limb Movement Disorder

A sleep disorder characterized by repeated movements of the limbs during sleep, often leading to disrupted sleep and daytime fatigue.