A PTA is preparing to work with a patient in the ICU who is…

A PTA is preparing to work with a patient in the ICU who is intubated with a tracheostomy and mechanically ventilated. The patient is awake and able to follow commands. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action prior to beginning bed mobility activities?

The PTA is performing transfer training on a patient diagnos…

The PTA is performing transfer training on a patient diagnosed with a Right CVA. While instructing the patient to push up with arms and bring “nose over the toes,” the patient is unable to imitate the movements demonstrated by the therapist and is unaware of his/her body.  Which of the following disorders would BEST explain this occurrence?