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Going through the motions

D Dawe, J Curran-Smith

    The Canadian Nurse
    |January 1, 1994
    PubMed
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    Range-of-motion (ROM) exercises are a simple yet effective way to improve the quality of life for institutionalized elderly individuals. These exercises boost self-control, independence, and self-esteem, combating physical and mental decline.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Nursing
    • Rehabilitation

    Background:

    • Exercise benefits health and self-esteem, but is often lacking for institutionalized elderly.
    • Gerontological nurses face challenges in improving elderly patients' quality of life and preventing deterioration.
    • Range-of-motion (ROM) exercises are a fundamental nursing intervention often overlooked.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of ROM exercises for institutionalized elderly individuals.
    • To demonstrate how ROM exercises can enhance patient quality of life and self-esteem.
    • To encourage the integration of ROM exercises into standard nursing care for the elderly.

    Main Methods:

    • Focuses on the application of range-of-motion (ROM) exercises.
    • Emphasizes the role of gerontological nurses in implementing the intervention.

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  • Qualitative assessment of benefits based on observed outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • ROM exercises significantly improve the quality of life for institutionalized elderly.
    • These exercises lead to increased self-control and self-functioning.
    • Improved independence and self-esteem are direct outcomes of regular ROM exercise.

    Conclusions:

    • ROM exercises are a vital, simple nursing measure for the elderly.
    • Implementing ROM exercises can effectively enhance elderly patients' well-being and independence.
    • Gerontological nurses should prioritize ROM exercises to improve patient outcomes.