Impaired physical mobility of the lower extremity r/t external fixator @ L leg

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Definition

Limitation in independnt, purposeful physical movement of the body or of one or more extremeties

Related Factors

• Sedentary Lifestyle, disuse or deconditioning; limited cardiovascular endurance
• Decreased muscle strength; control and/or mass; joint stiffness or contracture; loss of integrity of bone structures
• Intolerance to activity/decrease strength and endurance
• Pain/ Discomfort
• Neuromuscular/musculoskeletal impairment
• Sensoriperceptual/cognitive impairment; developmental delay
• Depressive mood state or anxiety
• Selective or generalized malnutrition; altered cellular metabolism; body mass index above 75tth age-appropriate percentile
• Lack of knowledge regarding value of physical activity; cultural belief regarding age-appropriate activity; lack of physical or social environmental supports
• Prescribed movement restrictions;medications
• Reluctance to initiate movement

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