Joshua was diagnosed with a stroke however the medical team said that his stroke was largely prevented due to the strong characteristics of the Circle of Willis. What is the purpose of the Circle of Willis?
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Mr. Scott is a 57-year-old male seen by you in cardiac rehab…
Mr. Scott is a 57-year-old male seen by you in cardiac rehab post due to coronary heart disease, leading to an MI. Mr. Scott has 8 new stents placed in his heart to increase blood flow. You are seeing him in week 4 of his recovery phase. Mr. Scott is now working on light MET level tasks by being seated while showering. You notice that he is changing colors and sweating. You take his BP and find it’s 80/50mmHg. Based on this observation, what would you document in your treatment note?
Barrett acquired a brain injury due to an ischemic stroke. H…
Barrett acquired a brain injury due to an ischemic stroke. He presents with a R side CVA. What are some common neurological functions an OTA should expect to see with Barrett?
Tanya is a 21 year old transgender female who is being seen…
Tanya is a 21 year old transgender female who is being seen in the inpatient rehab unit by the OTA. Tanya was on a camping trip when she slipped and fell on her back. She acquired an incomplete C-7 spinal cord injury (SCI). An OTA student is out on Level II fieldwork (FW) where the CI asked the student to complete sensory testing on Tanya. The OTA student identifies wanting to use sharp dull testing on Tanya. Which of the following considerations must the OTA student explain about sharp dull testing?
Tanya is a 21 year old transgender female who is being seen…
Tanya is a 21 year old transgender female who is being seen in the inpatient rehab unit by the OTA. Tanya was on a camping trip when she slipped and fell on her back. She acquired an incomplete C-7 spinal cord injury (SCI). Based on this information, what should the OTA educate Tanya about regarding the concept of incomplete spinal cord injuries.
Barbara has CAD is now 6 months s/p stent placement. The OTA…
Barbara has CAD is now 6 months s/p stent placement. The OTA is working with her in her home to improve overall endurance for home management. During a session of cleaning her linen cabinet, the OTA observes Barbara’s HR at 190 BPM. The OTA stops the session and documents Barbara presents with ______________.
The role of the rotator cuff muscles is to:
The role of the rotator cuff muscles is to:
What statement tells you that the patient is knowledgeable o…
What statement tells you that the patient is knowledgeable of the procedure regarding a PICC line?
Which of the following is the responsibility of OSHA?
Which of the following is the responsibility of OSHA?
Different situations merit the use of different sites. Pref…
Different situations merit the use of different sites. Preferred sites in emergency care are the vein(s) in which of the following?