A patient with MS demonstrates fatigue sensitivity during NMES hip flexion training. Which modification is most appropriate?
A PTA observes that a patient with chronic liver disease bru…
A PTA observes that a patient with chronic liver disease bruises easily and has small red spider-like vessels on the chest. What is the most likely cause?
A baseball pitcher with chronic upper trap tension is using…
A baseball pitcher with chronic upper trap tension is using biofeedback. What outcome supports success?
A PTA sees a patient that they have been working with for a…
A PTA sees a patient that they have been working with for a few weeks. Subjective information given by the patient notes a new medication regimen for managing blood pressure. During the session the patient mentions fatigue and dizziness since starting this new medication. After the session the PTA documents the patient report and notifies the PT of a suspected adverse drug effect. This demonstrates:
When applying NMES for hamstring strengthening in prone, the…
When applying NMES for hamstring strengthening in prone, the patient reports a sharp, superficial “stinging.” What is the best immediate modification?
A patient with renal disease becomes confused during therapy…
A patient with renal disease becomes confused during therapy. The PTA reviews the medication list and notes several nephrotoxic drugs. What professional action should follow?
Which vitamin aids calcium absorption and supports bone heal…
Which vitamin aids calcium absorption and supports bone health?
The primary purpose of ramp time during NMES application is…
The primary purpose of ramp time during NMES application is to:
A PTA notes that a patient with Parkinson’s disease has freq…
A PTA notes that a patient with Parkinson’s disease has frequent, sudden urges to urinate and occasional accidents. This is most consistent with:
A patient using multiple pain medications expresses confusio…
A patient using multiple pain medications expresses confusion about dosage timing. The PTA should: