Hip ER

Wrist UD

A depressed client verbalizes feelings of low self-esteem and self-worth typified by statements such as “I’m such a failure. I can’t do anything right!” Which action should the nurse take?

Why is documenting the patient’s record of attendance important in the treatment program?  

Forearm pronation

Shoulder ER

Goniometry measurement of a female patient’s right knee, revealed 5 degrees of hyperextension and 110 of flexion. How would you document the measurements? (Slide 35)  

What is an example of a muscle setting exercise, a type of isometric contraction? (Slide 75)  

A physical therapist attempts to obtain a history from a patient that has recently immigrated to the United States. The patient does not speak English and seems to be intimidated by the hospital environment. The MOST appropriate action is to:

Which of the following is important to helping create a therapeutic relationship with a patient?