Touch used as a communication tool is referred to as:

What is the primary role of the sender in the communication process?

A male PT is evaluating a new female patient with hip pain. The patient seems very anxious and uncomfortable. Before initiating the evaluation, the PT asks the patient if she would prefer to be seen by a female therapist instead, to which the patient replies she is comfortable working with him. As the evaluation progresses, the PT realizes he will need to palpate the groin area. Which of the following actions would be MOST appropriate to keep the patient calm and comfortable during this aspect of the evaluation? 

Which areas of a prone patient are at greatest risk for pressure sore development? 

When working with a patient with a known history of physical and emotional abuse, which of the following would be MOST appropriate to consider during the initial treatment?      

Which of the following statements regarding bed mobility during patient-care activities is true? 

You arrive to work and notice that one of the patient’s on your schedule for the day is a “frequent flyer” in the outpatient clinic you work for. This patient gets a referral to therapy, comes for a few visits, and never seems to get better. You believe this will be a waste of your time and plan to do the bare minimum since this patient doesn’t seem to care about PT services. Which of the following might you be experiencing? 

At what level is the approximate center of gravity of a standing person? 

Which of the following would be the safest place for the clinician to stand when practicing bed mobility with a patient?

What is needed first before a caregiver is able to educate a patient’s family members about the treatment program and activities?