Your neighbor calls you at home complaining of severe pain i…
Your neighbor calls you at home complaining of severe pain in the area of tooth #29. They report the tooth is sensitive to hot, cold, air, pressure and the left side of their jaw is swollen. A root canal treatment is needed to alleviate the pain. What dental specialist exclusively treats the nerve of the tooth?
Read DetailsA patient is referred to physical therapy 2 days after explo…
A patient is referred to physical therapy 2 days after exploratory laparotomy. The patient was received in semi Fowler’s position receiving supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula at 3 L/min with SpO₂ at 94%. The patient was able to speak 3 words per breath. When treating this patient the physical therapist should:
Read DetailsMs. Lee is a 82 y.o. female with Stage 4 end stage renal dis…
Ms. Lee is a 82 y.o. female with Stage 4 end stage renal disease (ESRD). She has been receiving hemodialysis for the last 12 months 3x per week. Pt was recently admitted to the hospital secondary to anemia and dehydration. Ms. Lee is now at your facility for skilled rehab. Her PMH includes: DM, HTN, CAD, and osteoporosis. She currently as an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) in her L arm. Which is the most appropriate exercise prescription given Ms. Lee’s condition?
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