08. A PTA is having a rough day, as most of their patients w…
08. A PTA is having a rough day, as most of their patients were preoccupied with either medication, being cleaned or eating breakfast. The PTA is behind schedule, upon entering the next room Conversation #1 — The patient states “this isn’t a good time, I’m tired and I’d rather not do therapy now.” The PTA educates the patient regarding the importance of mobility, that by participating in therapy not only will the patient get better, but it’ll improve the discharge plan so they can finally go home. Conversation #2 – The patient shouts “Don’t touch me! Don’t make me do this, I don’t want to do this. Why are you are making me do this?!” Which of the following interpretations BEST explains either Conversation #1 or Conversation 2 if the PTA continued to treat this patient?