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A physical therapist is working with a patient that has late-stage multiple sclerosis in their own home when the patient suddenly becomes unresponsive. The patient is not wearing a valid DNR bracelet. After calling EMS, what would be the most appropriate next action for the physical therapist to take?

A physical therapist works with a patient who is in the initial stages of recovery post traumatic brain injury. Based on the typical synergy pattern experienced with upper motor neuron disorders, which of the following muscles would MOST likely be affected by spasticity?

An athlete is tackled during a football game and does not immediately get up. After several minutes, the athlete regains consciousness followed by immediate vomiting and slurred speech. The coach also notices that one pupil is larger than the other. What is the coach’s BEST next course of action?

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate example of dual tasking for an individual with TBI?

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate example of dual tasking for an individual with TBI?

A patient sustained a severe TBI in a fall 3 months ago. They present at wheelchair level totally dependent for all ADL’s and mobility tasks. They are alert for brief periods of time throughout the day. When alert, they can visually track a bright object, reach for an object intermittently to command, and turn their head to their name. They are not demonstrating signs of restlessness or agitation. Based on this information, the patient is MOST likely in which state of consciousness / Ranchos Level?

A patient sustained a severe TBI in a fall 3 months ago. They present at wheelchair level totally dependent for all ADL’s and mobility tasks. They are alert for brief periods of time throughout the day. When alert, they can visually track a bright object, reach for an object intermittently to command, and turn their head to their name. They are not demonstrating signs of restlessness or agitation. Based on this information, the patient is MOST likely in which state of consciousness / Ranchos Level?

An Ohio statute requires all farms producing maple syrup for commercial purposes to register with the State Maple Syrup Board. Registered farms are subject to periodic inspection to determine whether the syrup meets the high standards set by the Board. Billy Bob owned and operated an Ohio farm that produced maple syrup as well as a few other products. The other product was a very high grade, high yield marijuana. The police heard rumors that Billy Bob was growing marijuana but could not get any reliable information or evidence. Detective Jolie called the Maple Syrup Board and learned that Billy Bob failed to register his farm. Jolie suggested the Board inspect Billy Bob’s farm and asked if she could ride along with them. The Board inspector agreed to let her come on the inspection. During the inspection the Maple Syrup Board Inspector and Jolie looked into various sheds and buildings. The inspector was seeking to determine if Billy Bob’s farm was producing syrup for commercial purposes. Jolie went with him with the intent to find evidence of marijuana production. She found and seized 50 plants growing in a small shed 100 yards from Billy Bob’s house. Billy Bob moved to suppress the plants. The trial court should:

A physical therapist performs the St. Louis University Mental Status Examination (SLUMS) with a person that only completed schooling through the 8th grade. Which of the following scores indicates that this person has dementia?

A patient was referred to physical therapy due to recent changes in gait and falls. Based on the history and examination, the physical therapist suspects that the patient may have normal pressure hydrocephalus. What is the characteristic triad of symptoms that is associated with this condition?