17-ketosteroids has been researched along with Contracture* in 1 studies
1 other study(ies) available for 17-ketosteroids and Contracture
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Iatrogenic and nurisgenic effects of prolonged immobilization of the ill aged.
The kinesio, phychopathologic and psychosocial effects of prolonged immobilization of the ill aged are outlined. The iatrogenic (physician-induced) and nurisgenic (nurse-induced) factors related to such functional disabilities are described. Illustrative case histories are given. The syndrome is reversible. Thus physicians and nurses have a continued responsibility to support a sustained rehabilitation program for these patients. The biochemical effects of prolonged inactivity indicate that immobilization of the elderly patient results in adverse physical and psychologic phenomena. Topics: 17-Ketosteroids; Blood Circulation; Blood Volume; Calcium; Contracture; Creatinine; Edema; Female; Geriatric Nursing; Humans; Iatrogenic Disease; Immobilization; Leg; Nitrogen; Nursing Homes; Phosphorus; Physiology; Potassium; Pressure Ulcer; Sodium; Sulfur; Time Factors | 1975 |