Interventions for Mobility in Osteoarthritis Patient

Hard Basic Care And Comfort Mobility And Immobility

A 68-year-old patient with osteoarthritis is admitted to the hospital after experiencing a fall at home. During the nursing assessment, the patient expresses concerns about pain management, mobility limitations, and the fear of falling again. As part of the nursing care plan, the nursing team is tasked with implementing interventions to promote mobility and prevent immobility-related complications.

Which interventions should the nursing team consider when developing the care plan for this patient? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Encourage the patient to perform active range-of-motion exercises daily.

Implement a schedule for regular repositioning every two hours.

Use assistive devices such as walkers or canes as needed.

Educate the patient about the importance of lifting weights to strengthen muscles.

Assist with passive range-of-motion exercises if the patient is unable to move limbs.

Monitor the patient’s vital signs before and after mobility activities.

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