A patient is being seen by Physical Therapy for cervical tra… A patient is being seen by Physical Therapy for cervical traction. They mention that they have a wound on their ankle near the malleolus and the pain improves with limb elevation. Which type of ulcer is most likely? Read Details
Which of the following are appropriate clinical indications… Which of the following are appropriate clinical indications for electrical stimulation for tissue repair (ESTR)? Read Details
If a patient does not tolerate mechanical traction, which of… If a patient does not tolerate mechanical traction, which of the following options may be substituted? Read Details
During the proliferative phase, ESTR is MOST beneficial for… During the proliferative phase, ESTR is MOST beneficial for which cellular response? Read Details
A patient presents with a dry wound bed that requires moistu… A patient presents with a dry wound bed that requires moisture to promote healing. Which type of dressing is most appropriate? Read Details
Which of the following best describes the function of mast c… Which of the following best describes the function of mast cells during the inflammatory phase of wound healing? Read Details
A PTA plans to use ESTR for edema reduction following an acu… A PTA plans to use ESTR for edema reduction following an acute ankle sprain. Which current type and electrode placement are MOST appropriate? Read Details
Which of the following statements best defines colonization? Which of the following statements best defines colonization? Read Details
Which physical therapy intervention is most appropriate duri… Which physical therapy intervention is most appropriate during the early inflammatory phase of healing? Read Details
When assessing a dirty wound, a PTA notes soft, stringy tiss… When assessing a dirty wound, a PTA notes soft, stringy tissue which is yellow and loosely attached to the wound. How should the PTA document this tissue? Read Details
