You are working in the hospital and are scheduled to see Mr….

You are working in the hospital and are scheduled to see Mr. J this morning.  This will be your fourth visit with him.  He is recovering well from a total hip surgery and will be discharged to a skilled nursing facility in two days.  Your treatment is concentrated on gait training and therapeutic exercise.  After reviewing the chart and speaking with the nurse, you note that the patient had some complications during the night.  His hematocrit is 20% and a blood transfusion has been scheduled.  What clinical decision would be appropriate in light of this new information?

Your 55 year old male patient is to be evaluated this mornin…

Your 55 year old male patient is to be evaluated this morning.  He had abdominal surgery two days ago.  Upon chart review, you note his lab values.  His hematocrit is 36% and his hemoglobin is 12 g/dl.  Clinically, how would these values impact the patient’s ability to participate in an exercise program?

Your patient’s immune system is compromised and the physicia…

Your patient’s immune system is compromised and the physician is worried that the patient will be exposed to C. difficile.  What type of precautions should be taken with patients in general during physical therapy treatment to prevent the transmission of C. difficile?