Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 101)

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Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 101)

• Prepared by Nabeel Al-Mawajdeh RN.Mcs.King
  Saud University- Aflaj College

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Chapter 8

• Activity

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Basic Elements of Body Movement

• Body alignment and posture.
• Joint mobility.
• Balance.
• Coordination.

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Purposes of Proper Body Mechanics

• To facilitate safe and efficient use of
  appropriate groups of muscles.
• Essential to both client and nursing to prevent
  strain and fatigue.

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Factors Affecting Mobility

• Lifestyle.
• Age.
• Physical health.
• Mental health.
• Attitude and values.
• Fatigue and stress.
• External factors.

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Physical Assessment For Mobility

• General ease of movement and gait.
• Alignment.
• Joint structure and function.
• Muscle mass, tone, and strength.
• Endurance.

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Nursing Care for Activity and Immobility

• Maintain body alignment (positioning,
  transferring, ambulating and lifting the client)
• Identifying client who needs assistance and
  determine the degree of assistance.
• Provide assistance when needed.
• Teaching client and family safe moving, lifting
  and transfer techniques.
• Care should be individualized.
• Bed-rest care.
• Prevent complications of immobility.

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• The End