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Movement and Mobility

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Movement is vital in many activities, for example in seeking food and avoiding danger. As disease or ageing impairs mobility, the nurse has an important role in promoting the remaining mobility and independence and enhancing the client’s well-being.

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  1. Molly Courtenay
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  1. NHS Executive, UK

    Richard Hogston MSc(Nurs), PGDipEd, BA(Hons), RN (Nursing Officer for Education and Training) (Nursing Officer for Education and Training)

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Courtenay, M. (1999). Movement and Mobility. In: Hogston, R., Simpson, P.M. (eds) Foundations of Nursing Practice. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-14608-6_7

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