Beyond the Bedside: Chapter 34 — Activity
In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about mobility in nursing practice. From the physiology of movement to the dangers of immobility, we cover glossary terms like isotonic, isometric, isokinetic exercise, atrophy, contractures, flaccidity, spasticity, paresis, ADLs/IADLs, tonus, footdrop, ergonomics, and SPHM. You’ll hear real patient cases, developmental considerations, safe use of walkers, canes, crutches, and braces, plus strategies for promoting exercise and independence across the lifespan. We walk through activity skills, and the full Nursing Care Plan for Quan Nguyen, and multiple NCLEX-style practice questions with rationales. We wrap up with Maslow’s hierarchy, the ABCs of nursing, and prioritization strategies to help you think like the NCLEX.
By the end, you’ll not only understand movement and mobility — you’ll be able to apply it safely, critically, and confidently at the bedside and on your exam.
