The patient has sustained an injury to the left hemisphere. …
The patient has sustained an injury to the left hemisphere. The PTA expects to see which of the following characteristics during the patient treatment? 1. Impulsivity 2. Motor Apraxia 3. Neglect of the right side of the body 4. Wernicke’s Aphasia 5. Cautious Behavior
Read DetailsTrixie Robins, a 15 year old, sustained a R tibial fracture…
Trixie Robins, a 15 year old, sustained a R tibial fracture 6 weeks ago. She has progressed to FWB on the R and has graduated from bilateral to a single crutch for gait. The PT has delegated improving Trixie’s coordination to the PTA. The appropriate sequence of activities would be: 1. Supine place heel on opposite knee, slide heel down shin toward ankle 2. Stepping over & around obstacles, while carrying a light weight box 3. Alternate flexing & extending knees, while tracing a fine line of the mat 4. Supine flex & extend hips and knees with heels off the mat
Read DetailsThe PTA observes that the patient has the ability to return…
The PTA observes that the patient has the ability to return her center of mass over her base of support after grasping cones held at various heights while in a seated position. What type of motor control is the patient demonstrating?
Read DetailsSebastian Arnold is a polio survivor and has been functionin…
Sebastian Arnold is a polio survivor and has been functioning very well for several years, however he has become concerned about some changes in his physical abilities. Sebastian’s physician examined him and determined that Sebastian was experiencing an exacerbation of his condition. What is the hallmark sign that the physician noted during the exam?
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