Performs Modified Passive Range of Motion (PROM) for One Knee and One Ankle

What is the first step in performing modified passive range of motion for one knee and one ankle?

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

After explaining procedure, what is the next step (2)?

Provide privacy with a curtain, screen, or door

After providing privacy, what is the next step (3)?

Ensure that client is supine in bed and intruct client to inform you if pain is experienced during exercise

After client is in supine position and instructions are given, what is the next step (4)?

While supporting the leg at knee and ankle, bend the knee and then return leg to client's normal position (flexion/extension) (AT LEAST 3 TIMES unless pain is verbalized); Move joints gently, slowly, and smoothly through the range of motion, discontinuing exercise if client verbalizes pain

After going through passive range of motion for one knee, what is the next step (5)?

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

After going through passive range of motion for one ankle, what is the next step (6)?

Place signaling device within reach and bed is in low position

After placing signaling device within reach and bed is in low position, what is the next step (7)?

Wash hands