You have a patient that claims to have difficulty recognizin…
You have a patient that claims to have difficulty recognizing you even though you have been treating them for 2 weeks at your clinic. They remember all the exercises you worked on and know who you are but does not recognize you when you pass by in the hospital lobby. Which of the following best describes their condition?
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A PTA is treating two patients with complete spinal cord injuries. Patient A has a C6 injury with functional wrist extension but absent triceps function. Patient B has a C7 injury with functional wrist extension and elbow extension.Which functional activity would Patient B be MOST likely to perform more independently than Patient A?
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A PTA reviews the neurological examination of a patient following a spinal cord injury. The patient demonstrates bilateral loss of voluntary motor function and pain and temperature sensation below the level of injury. Proprioception and vibration sensation remain intact.Based on these findings, which combination of spinal tracts is MOST likely affected and preserved?
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In regards to your electrocardiogram lab assignment: One of your patient’s had a Myocardial Infarction. You would like to explain this to his family, but are concerned that they will not understand this medical term. A common name for a myocardial infarction is __________ __________.
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