A nurse is caring for a client who has decreased mobility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to decrease the
client's risk of developing plantar flexion contractors? A. Place a pillow under the client's knees.
B. Position a trochanter roll under each of the client's hips.
C. Advise the client to wear rubber-soled slippers.
D. Apply an ankle-foot orthotic device to the client's feet.
B: Position a trochanter roll under each of the client's hips.
Explanation:
The trochanter roll is cylindrical prop such as a rolled up towel, foam roll, cylindrical cushion/pillow used to keep hips in neutral position and prevent external rotation.
B. Position a trochanter roll under each of the client's hips.
Explanation:
PLANTAR FLEXION occurs when the foot is bent at the ankle away from the body which leads to decreased mobility of the affected person because that person won't be able to move from one place to another and it can inturn affect the day to day activities of the person which is why TEOCHANTAL ROLL is important and essential because it is used to keep hips in neutral position and prevent external rotation of the hips.
Always say no never consume anything that you are not sure of what the substance is and in this situation just don't go you can never be to safe at least that's what I would do anyway
