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This 5 page paper explores consequences of immobility and what nurses can do to alleviate some of the problems. The concept is defined and an overview is provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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functions is quite difficult both physically and psychologically. It is also quite unpleasant as even basic functions such as urination and defecation may necessitate a bedpan or help from a
nurse or nurses aid. And while the situation may be uncomfortable, it can create serious problems. An easy way to remember the complications of immobility are expressed by the mnemonic
COMPLICATIONS; the specific problems are contractures, osteoporosis, muscle atrophy, psychological deterioration, limited mobility, insomnia, calculi, atelectasis, thrombosis, impaction, orthostatic hypotension, nutritional intake (poor) and finally, skin breakdown (Manuel, 1986). There
are many things that immobility prompts, but what is immobility anyway? According to the Liverpool Handbook of Geriatric Medicine, immobility is "an inability to occupy space - the life-space from
anywhere in the wide world to the confines of an upstairs bedroom. Its causes may be as diverse as inability to afford a car or an aeroplane ticket to agoraphobia,
deafness, fear of falling, or the severe restrictions imposed by arthritis or a stroke" ("Immobility," 2002). The definition goes on to say that the effects of restricted mobility on
an individual are quite diverse and generally speaking, it is something that is usually considered to be a restriction in everyday activity (2002). The purpose of this investigation is to
provide an overview of the concept of immobility in medicine, with an emphasis on nursing practice. A review of literature can help to provide a basis for discussion. Also, delving
into a variety of problems in the literature review can provide a broad investigation of this problem that is too infrequently discussed. Sitting up for example can create a
difficult dilemma for a patient who is for all intents and purposes, immobilized. Mattice & Nicholls (1997) explain that trauma patients often would like to sit up so that
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