- A continuous ringing or noise perception in the ears. {Ans: Tinnitus}Used for partial weight-bearing, both feet; patient must shift weight constantly. {Ans: Four-point gait}Paralysis of the lower portion of the trunk and both legs {Ans: Paraplegia}Non-weight bearing; faster than a 4-point gait; can use with a walker {Ans: Three-point gait}Lying lateral and semi on the stomach (semi-prone). {Ans: Sim's position}- Decrease muscle size, tone, and strength. Decreased joint mobility and flexibility. Bone demineralization. Decreased endurance and stability. Increased risk for contracture formation. {Ans: Musculoskeletal effects of immobility}Lying on the back {Ans: supine position}- Heavy belt several inches wide to facilitate transfer or secure holding the patient while they ambulate. {Ans: Transfer belt}In 3-8 weeks, the callus is gradually resorbed and transformed into bone. {Ans: Fourth stage of bone healing}- P: Palliative, Q: Quality, R: Region, S: Scale, T: Time {Ans: Pain assessment}45-90 degrees {Ans: High-Fowler's}- Perform "heel pump" activities - Drink adequate fluids - Compression stockings - Exercise - Remain active {Ans: DVT prevention}- Decreases all muscle strengths including the lungs, increases secretion (aspiration pneumonia is a risk), decrease ventilation capacity in response to exercise, respiratory depth