Mrs. Jong is very weak after a long illness, and is unable to move her arms and legs in range-of-motion exercises. The interdisciplinary care team orders ROM to promote good muscle tone and circulation. The nursing assistant will perform which type of ROM for Mrs. Jefferson?

A. Active-passive ROM
B. Active ROM
C. Passive ROM
D. Active-assistive ROM


Answer: C

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