Physical Therapy Review

What should the healthcare professional obtain first prior to assisting a patient?

• The patient's consent

• The patient's medical history

• The patient's insurance information

• The patient's family contact information

During a sit to stand transfer, what should be placed on the patient when he/she is in the seated position?

• Gait belt

• Wheelchair cushion

• Transfer board

• Footrest

Works with patients to improve movement and manage pain

• Occupational Therapist

• Physical Therapist

• Chiropractor

• Massage Therapist

Cryotherapy is considered a what?

• Vasodilator

• Vasoconstrictor

• Analgesic

• Antipyretic

What is thermotherapy?

• Application of cold treatments

• Application of heat treatments

• Application of electrical treatments

• Application of massage techniques

Phase 2 of rehabilitation usually includes:

• Improve strength and balance

• Increase flexibility and range of motion

• Focus on cardiovascular endurance

• Enhance coordination and agility

Supination is defined as what?

• Turning a part upward (palm up)

• Turning a part downward (palm down)

• Rotating the body to the left

• Bending the elbow backward

What is the device used to measure a patient’s range of motion?

• Goniometer

• Sphygmomanometer

• Stethoscope

• Thermometer

Works under the care of an occupational therapist

• Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Physical Therapy Aide

• Rehabilitation Counselor

• Speech-Language Pathologist

Which of the following conditions would present with an abnormal gait pattern?

• Parkinson's disease

• Muscular Dystrophy

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Osteoarthritis