A physical therapist (PT) works at an inpatient rehabilitati…
A physical therapist (PT) works at an inpatient rehabilitation facility specializing in spinal cord injury rehab. A 22-year-old patient with complete C4 tetraplegia they are working with demonstrates shallow breathing and complains of feeling short of breath with activity. Which of the following techniques would be appropriate to incorporate into the session to improve the patient’s breathing control?
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You are working with a patient with T2DM. Your session has included 20 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity. You are now transitioning to resistance and balance activities. You note the patient appears to be sweating more than usual, has a slight shake to their hands, and reports feeling hungry. The patient is likely experiencing which of the following:
Read DetailsYour patient with multiple sclerosis demonstrates 2-3/5 MMT…
Your patient with multiple sclerosis demonstrates 2-3/5 MMT grades in her right lower extremity. She walks with a single-end cane and has a Berg Balance Score of 42/56. She wants to start doing some aerobic exercise at the local gym. Which of the following modes would be most appropriate for this individual?
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