When documenting a patient’s progress, it is important to: When documenting a patient’s progress, it is important to: Read Details
A PTA is teaching a patient exercises to improve balance. Wh… A PTA is teaching a patient exercises to improve balance. Which environment is MOST appropriate to start with? Read Details
A patient with peripheral neuropathy is at increased risk fo… A patient with peripheral neuropathy is at increased risk for falls. The PTA should focus on interventions that: Read Details
A patient with a recent lower limb amputation is beginning m… A patient with a recent lower limb amputation is beginning mobility training. The PTA’s FIRST focus should be on: Read Details
A PTA notices redness on a patient’s heel while removing soc… A PTA notices redness on a patient’s heel while removing socks for a gait training session. The MOST appropriate initial action is to: Read Details
The correct use of a goniometer during a physical therapy se… The correct use of a goniometer during a physical therapy session involves: Read Details
A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness an… A PTA is assisting a patient who has generalized weakness and is using a gait belt. What is the MOST appropriate location for the PTA to stand during ambulation? Read Details
Which of the following is the MOST important reason to monit… Which of the following is the MOST important reason to monitor a patient’s vitals during exercise? Read Details
When a patient with rheumatoid arthritis shows signs of join… When a patient with rheumatoid arthritis shows signs of joint swelling and increased pain, the PTA should: Read Details
A patient with congestive heart failure is undergoing physic… A patient with congestive heart failure is undergoing physical therapy. Which of the following vital signs would be MOST important to monitor during the session? Read Details