A physical therapist assistant is treating a patient with a POC that includes mechanical compression for the treatment of ankle edema for a grade II sprain. The patient has a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) 5 years ago but has been cleared for compression by their physician. During the treatment session, the patient mentions increasing pain in their calf that began yesterday, along with some swelling and warmth in the area. The patient asks if the PTA can increase the compression settings to help with the swelling. Which action is most appropriate for the PTA to take?

Presbyopia is an eye condition that begins around age 40 and is described by the affected individual as “seeing double”. 

Amblyopia refers to the loss of one’s ability to see details. Treatment would include an eye patch over the weaker eye to strengthen the stronger eye. 

Hydrostatic pressure increases as the depth of immersion increases.  Which of the following physiologic changes will also result from an increase in the hydrostatic pressure?

Leaders influence people to change by providing an inspiring vision of the future and shaping the culture and values needed to attain it.

Charismatic leadership is a part of the _____ of leadership.

During a disaster or incident people want to know

An infant was born with a nevus flammeu (i.e., port wine stain).  The parents ask questions about the lesions.  What information should be provided to the parents about port wine stains?

A 65-year-old male was diagnosed with skin cancer. Which of the following statements is true regarding skin cancers?

What sparks the courage for leaders to act?