The goal for a client who over utilizes the visual system for balance is to reduce the occurrence of falls by facilitating some of the other systems to assist in the maintenance of balance.  Which one of the following activities are used if the patient has visual dependence?

Which of the following would be outside the PTA scope of practice?

A patient 5 days status post left transtibial amputation has been placed on bed rest by his physician.  The MOST appropriate position for this patient is:

You are implementing a postsurgical strengthening program for your patient after a transtibial amputation.  All of the following muscle groups of the affected lower extremity are important however the MOST important for appropriate gait pattern with the prosthesis is:

The peripheral vestibular system consists of the:

Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups are the MOST important to strengthen to assist with body lifting during ambulation?

The gait pattern of choice for successful use of prosthesis is which one of the following?

A PTA is reviewing the chart prior to initiating treatment.  Sitting dynamic balance is documented as fair.  Which one of the following activities would be MOST appropriate for this patient to progress with a long term goal of improving sitting balance to good?

Which one of the following tests are utilized to determine the potential for falls in a patient (e.g. it is a predictor for fall risk)?

It is noted in the PT evaluation that the patient has Pusher Syndrome. Which of the following would NOT be an effective technique to include while working on sitting balance?