How often should range-of-motion (ROM) exercises be performed?
a. Once a day
b. Once in the morning and once in the af-ternoon
c. Three to four times a day
d. Four to six times a day
C
ROM exercises, both passive and active, are planned and carried out as soon as feasible after immobilization occurs as a result of disease, injury, or surgery. The exercises are done to maintain functional connective tissue within the joint and thereby ensure that every joint retains its function and mobility. ROM exercises should be done three to four times a day.
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