Wisconsin CNA State Exam Vocabulary Practice

What does mobility refer to?

1. The maintenance of the fingernails and toenails

2. Ability to move

3. A progressive disease in which the protective covering for the nerves breaks down

4. Concerning, involving, or made up of both the muscles and the bone

The correct answer is: Ability to move

Mobility refers to the ability to move freely and easily. In the context of healthcare and patient care, mobility is an essential aspect for individuals, especially those requiring assistance in activities of daily living. This encompasses a range of movements, from walking and transferring from one place to another to more complex movements like bending and reaching. Understanding and promoting mobility can significantly enhance a person's independence and overall quality of life. The other options represent different concepts: maintaining fingernails and toenails relates to hygiene and personal care, a progressive disease affecting the protective covering of nerves pertains to specific medical conditions like multiple sclerosis, and the reference to muscles and bones relates to anatomy but does not directly address the concept of mobility itself.