Deconditioning : the consequence of bed rest
By: Colleen S. Campbell MSN, ARNPBy: ARNP--BC, CRRNCRRN--AA
Geriatric Evaluation & Management (GEM) Director
Geriatric Research Education Clinical Center (GRECC)(GRECC)
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Objectives
- Discuss deconditioning as a clinical entity Discuss resulting in a reduced functional capacity of multiple body systems
- Discuss the pathophysiology of prolonged bed Discuss restrest
- List key interventions that prevent and treat the List consequences of bed rest
Inactivity and prolonged bed rest are unnatural states of the human body
Deconditioning: A Clinical Entity
- Due to prolonged bed rest
- Results in a reduced functional capacity of multiple body systems (especially the musculoskeletal system)
Adverse Clinical Manifestations
- Adverse Clinical Manifestations Causes numerous physiologic adaptations in all organ systems, often with negative consequences
Levels of Deconditioning
- Mild - difficulty with maximal activity i.e. swimming, running, or “exercising exercising”
- Moderate – difficulty with normal activity i.e. walking down the street, shopping, mowing the lawn
- Severe – difficulty with minimal activity & self care
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