Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
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ISBN: 9780323414425
Author: Robert J Hubert BS
Publisher: Saunders
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Chapter 25, Problem 3SQ

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Summary Introduction

To explain: The frequent changes that affect the amount of interstitial fluid in an area.

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Immobility is the lack of movement of a limb or a major portion of the body. The causes of immobility are fracture, trauma, or post-surgical effects. Immobility causes several physiological changes in various organ systems of the affected person. The severity of the effects of inactivity depends on the extent of immobilization and its duration. Physiotherapy or passive exercise inthe immobilized area of the body can minimize the effects of lack of voluntary movement.

(b)

Summary Introduction

To explain: The frequent changes that affect the respiratory function.

Concept introduction: Immobility is the lack of movement that may involve only one part of the body. The effect of inactivity depend on the extent of immobilization and its duration. The causes of immobility are fracture, trauma, or post-surgical effects. Physiotherapy or passive exercise in the  immobilized area of the body can minimize the effects of lack of voluntary movement.

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Summary Introduction

To explain: The frequent changes that affect the skin.

Concept introduction: Immobility is the lack of movement that may involve only one part of the body. The effect of inactivity depend on the extent of immobilization and its duration. The causes of immobility are fracture, trauma, or post-surgical effects. Physiotherapy or passive exercise in the immobilized area of the body can minimize the effects of lack of voluntary movement.

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