To ensure effective communication with a patient who speaks a different language, the PTA should:

A PTA is assisting a patient with balance exercises. The patient begins to lose their balance. What is the PTA’s BEST immediate action?

A PTA is working with a patient who has a below-knee amputation. Which of the following is MOST important when educating the patient on prosthetic care?

When adjusting a patient’s wheelchair for optimal fit and function, the PTA should prioritize:

During a therapy session, a patient expresses concern about not understanding the purpose of an exercise. How should the PTA respond?

When draping a patient for a lower back examination, it is essential to ensure the patient’s comfort and modesty. What is the BEST method to achieve this?

When a PTA is preparing to assist a patient with transfers from a wheelchair to a treatment table, what is the FIRST step to ensure safety?

The MOST appropriate action when applying compression bandaging for lymphedema is to:

A PTA notices a patient’s blood pressure reading is significantly higher than the baseline prior to starting an exercise session. What is the MOST appropriate initial action?

A PTA is documenting a patient’s progress. Which of the following pieces of information is MOST crucial to include?