When a patient exhibits signs of psychological distress during a therapy session, the PTA should:
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action when a…
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action when a patient demonstrates a sudden change in mental status during a therapy session?
A PTA is performing passive range of motion exercises with a…
A PTA is performing passive range of motion exercises with a patient post-stroke. What is the MOST important guideline to follow?
During a transfer, if a patient begins to fall, the PTA shou…
During a transfer, if a patient begins to fall, the PTA should:
When educating a patient on the use of a continuous passive…
When educating a patient on the use of a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine post-knee surgery, it is important to emphasize:
The PTA notices a patient is using a walker with the elbows…
The PTA notices a patient is using a walker with the elbows extended. The BEST corrective action is to:
The PTA is assisting a patient with hemiparesis in performin…
The PTA is assisting a patient with hemiparesis in performing sit-to-stand transfers. The correct technique includes:
A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness an…
A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness and is using a gait belt. What is the MOST appropriate location for the PTA to stand during ambulation?
A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness an…
A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness and is using a gait belt. What is the MOST appropriate location for the PTA to stand during ambulation?
A PTA working with a patient with a below-knee amputation sh…
A PTA working with a patient with a below-knee amputation should prioritize: