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16 Cards in this Set
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Active ROM |
isotonic- the pt performs the exercise |
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Aerobic |
with air or oxygen. Work that uses oxygen at a rate in which the cardio/respiratory systems can replenish the oxygen in muscle. |
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Orthopneic Position |
Position in which pt is sitting up and leaning forward. Allows breathing |
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Ambulation |
Moving/walking |
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Prone |
Where patient is laying face down |
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Log Rolling |
used to keep the spine in perfect alignment |
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Isokinetic |
muscle contraction against a pressure whereby a special apparatus provides resistance |
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Atrophy |
muscle loss |
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flaccid |
loss of muscle tone |
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Supine/Dorsal Recumbent |
Pt is laying on back |
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Contracture |
permanent shortening of muscle or joint |
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Crepitus |
Creaking or braiding in joint. Can often hear or feel. Usually because joint is "dry" b/c of synovial fluid loss. |
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Semi/High Fowlers's position |
Allows for better breathing, eating, hygiene, and respirations. Supine with back up from 30 degrees-90 degrees. |
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Hypertrophy |
Excessive muscle build up |
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Side-lying/lateral position |
(Sims) good alignment! |
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Activity Tolerance/Intolerance |
amount of activity a person is able to accomplish or not. |
