When assessing muscle strength, the nurse observes that a patient has complete range of motion against gravity with full resistance. What grade of muscle strength should the nurse record using a 0- to 5-point scale?

A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5

Muscle Strength

The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to exert force against resistance.

Gravity

Gravity is the natural force of attraction exerted by a celestial body, like Earth, on objects, pulling them towards its center.

Resistance

The refusal to accept or comply with something; in a physical context, it can refer to the ability of organisms or materials to withstand infections, conditions, or force.