A 15-year-old male wrestler presents to therapy after an ankle fracture. His fracture is stable and he is eager to return to competition so he minimizes his symptoms during sessions. What is the most appropriate PTA approach?
Bathroom accommodations under the ADA include:
Bathroom accommodations under the ADA include:
What is the primary function of a pulse oximeter?
What is the primary function of a pulse oximeter?
Solving + = multiply both sides by _____ then subtract _…
Solving + = multiply both sides by _____ then subtract _____ both sides and eventually divide by ____ .
A patient recovering from an amputation is showing signs of…
A patient recovering from an amputation is showing signs of apathy, poor motivation, and emotional flatness. What psychological condition should the PTA consider may be contributing to their behavior?
A PTA is working with a patient on oxygen via high-flow nasa…
A PTA is working with a patient on oxygen via high-flow nasal cannula at 50 L/min. The patient becomes short of breath during therapy. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial response?
Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups…
Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups are the MOST important to strengthen to assist with body lifting during ambulation?
A PTA is reviewing a research article that used a new balanc…
A PTA is reviewing a research article that used a new balance assessment tool for older adults. The results of the study showed consistent scores when the same patients were tested multiple times, but the scores did not align well with established gold-standard balance measures. What does this indicate about the tool?
If a patient is standing and there are only small sways in t…
If a patient is standing and there are only small sways in the center of gravity over the BOS, what strategy would the clinician document the patient is using to maintain balance?
It is noted in the PT evaluation that the patient has Pusher…
It is noted in the PT evaluation that the patient has Pusher Syndrome. Which one of the following would NOT be an effective technique to include while working on sitting balance?