Why is patient education considered a critical part of chronic pain management?

Which of the following complications of untreated or poorly managed osteomyelitis could result in the need for amputation?

Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for jaw movement?

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A 68-year-old male with severe hip osteoarthritis reports difficulty climbing stairs at home. Which of the following functional training techniques is MOST appropriate?

A 73 year old male patient receiving outpatient physical therapy begins to experience acute angina. The patient indicates he uses nitroglycerin to alleviate the angina. The MOST appropriate mode of administration is:

A patient with osteomyelitis has been prescribed a 4-6 week course of antibiotics. Which of the following interventions should a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) consider when helping the patient manage pain during this time?

Which of the following is a common neurological deficit in children with myelomeningocele?

In the acute phase of Pott’s disease rehabilitation, why should a PTA monitor a patient’s respiratory function?

A 65-year-old patient with moderate osteoarthritis in both knees reports difficulty rising from a chair due to knee pain and weakness. Which exercise is MOST appropriate to improve this functional task? A.  B. C. D.