Physical Therapy Assistant Skills

Front

What is the first gait taught to a patient who can bear weight on only one foot while walking with crutches?

Back

Three-point gait is the first gait taught to patients who can bear weight on only one foot while using crutches.

Front

Why must special attention be given to infants and elderly patients during heat applications?

Back

Infants and elderly patients have less resistant skin, making them more susceptible to burns or injuries from heat applications.

Front

Is a physician’s order required for heat or cold applications?

Back

Yes, a physician’s order is required for any heat or cold application.

Front

What is the purpose of range-of-motion exercises?

Back

Range-of-motion exercises are performed to maintain the health of the musculoskeletal system.

Front

What should you do if a patient starts to fall while ambulating?

Back

You should not use your body to brace the patient; instead, lower them gently to the floor to prevent injury.

Front

Define 'three-point gait'.

Back

Three-point gait is a walking pattern used by patients who can bear weight on one leg, involving the use of crutches.

Front

What are the risks of applying heat to patients with sensitive skin?

Back

Patients with sensitive skin, such as infants and the elderly, are at risk of burns and injuries from heat applications.

Front

What is the role of a physician in physical therapy regarding heat and cold applications?

Back

A physician must provide an order for the use of heat or cold applications in physical therapy.

Front

Explain the importance of range-of-motion exercises in rehabilitation.

Back

Range-of-motion exercises help prevent stiffness, maintain flexibility, and promote overall musculoskeletal health.

Front

What is the correct response to a patient who is falling?

Back

The correct response is to lower the patient gently to the floor rather than trying to brace them.