Skill 14 - Performs Modified Passive Range Of Motion (PROM) For One Knee And One Ankle

Credentia: Northern California Skill Listing

Step 1

Explains procedure, speaking clearly, slowly and directly, maintaining face-to-face contact whenever possible

Step 2

Privacy is provided with a curtain, screen or door

Step 3

Ensures that client is supine in bed and instructs client to inform candidate if pain is experienced during exercise

Step 4 (Bold)

While supporting the leg at knee and ankle, bends the knee and then returns leg to client’s normal position (flexion/extension) (AT LEAST 3 TIMES unless pain is verbalized). Moves joints gently, slowly and smoothly through the range of motion, discontinuing exercises if client verbalizes pain.

Step 5 (Bold)

While supporting the foot and ankle close to the bed, pushes/pulls foot toward head (dorsiflexion), and pushes/pulls foot down, toes point down (plantar flexion) (AT LEAST 3 TIMES unless pain is verbalized). Moves joints gently, slowly and smoothly through the range of motion, discontinuing exercise if client verbalizes pain.

Step 6

Signaling device is within reach and bed is in low position

Step 7

After completing skill, washes hands