Restorative careQuestion 663 of 1700
What do you do if you feel resistance when you move the arm?
- Push a little harder
- Bend the arm
- Stop moving the arm
- Ask the resident to push
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Correct answer: Stop moving the arm
Move the arm gently. Stop at any resistance so you do not hurt the joint.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 9.9: Skills Checklist- Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises for the Shoulder
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026