A patient with hemophilia has been referred to physical therapy.  The diagnosis is subacute hemarthrosis of the knee.  The patient has been non-weight bearing with crutches and his physician has ordered a gradual resumption of functional activities over the next several weeks.  Which of the following activities would be the most appropriate for his initial treatment?

Which of the following medical testing procedures would give the best information regarding blood clot formation related to atrial fibrillation?

Mrs. Q, age 78, is coming to physical therapy for treatment of spinal stenosis.  She has been progressing well with your treatment intervention.  This afternoon she comes to her therapy appointment and reports a sudden onset of 9/10 pain in her lower leg which began earlier in the day.  She complains of numbness and tingling in the same lower leg area.  Upon assessment, you note that the skin is very pale and you are unable to palpate extremity pulses.   How should a physical therapist respond to this situation?

Your patient finished chemotherapy approximately 10 days ago and is now experiencing nadir.  What precautions should the physical therapist take when treating this patient experiencing nadir?

A patient is being trained in bed mobility activities.  The patient has an indwelling (Foley) urinary catheter in place.  Where is the best place for the urine collection bag?

Mrs. F is 72 years old.  She had hip surgery three days ago.  You saw her yesterday and noted that her mobility was severely impaired due to her pain levels.  The physician increased her oral pain medication today.  Being aware of her pain medication schedule, how would you proceed?

A patient has an IV line in his right hand.  During the bed to chair transfer, the IV pulls out and the patient begins bleeding.  What would be your FIRST response?

Your patient is taking Lasix, which is a diuretic.  Which of the following statements concerning diuretics is NOT correct?

Your patient has a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation.  Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between atrial fibrillation and cardiac output?

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?