A PTA is treating a patient with diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. What system interactions should be considered to ensure safe mobility training?

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?

Which of the following best describes system interdependence in the human body?

Diabetes distress is: 

Using this graphic, which chipmunk has the largest realized niche?

What is the MOST likely secondary complication of prolonged immobility in a hospitalized patient?

During therapy with a patient who has a chest tube placed after cardiac surgery, the PTA observes that the drainage container is placed on the bed and the tubing appears kinked. What is the PTA’s BEST course of action?

A PTA is working with a patient who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following system interactions is MOST affected?

Which of the following are words to avoid using when speaking to those with diabetes (select all that apply):

MacArthur found that warblers _________ with one another, because they used ______ portions of the tree.