Question 22

Stop and report to the nurse

When a resident feels pain during range-of-motion exercises, it is essential to stop the activity immediately and report the situation to the nurse. This ensures the resident's safety and allows for a professional assessment of the cause of pain.

A) continue faster

Continuing the range-of-motion exercises at a faster pace can exacerbate the pain and potentially lead to injury. It is crucial to prioritize the comfort and safety of the resident, making this option inappropriate in the context of managing pain.

B) stop and report nurse

Stopping the exercise and reporting to the nurse is the correct response. This course of action ensures that the resident receives appropriate care and that any underlying issues causing the pain are properly addressed by a healthcare professional.

C) continue slower

While it may seem reasonable to continue the exercises at a slower pace, it is still not advisable if the resident is experiencing pain. Pain can indicate an underlying problem that requires further evaluation, making this option insufficient.

D) pause 1 min then continue

Pausing for a minute does not address the root cause of the pain and may lead to further discomfort if the exercise is resumed. The best approach is to stop and inform the nurse rather than attempting to continue the activity after a brief pause.

Conclusion

The correct response to a resident experiencing pain during range-of-motion exercises is to stop and report to the nurse, ensuring their safety and proper assessment. All other options either risk further injury or fail to adequately address the pain experienced by the resident. Thus, Option B is the only appropriate choice in this situation.