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 What is the MOST important positioning strategies an OT practitioner can provide for a patient with a hip replacement while the patient is supine?

 As a result of a muscular sclerosis, a patient currently requires maximal assistance with ADLs due to weakness. The patient verbalizes a goal of transferring from their bed to their wheelchair independently so they can dress in the chair. The patient can bear weight on their legs but has a difficult time maintaining an upright posture. What type of transfer should the COTA attempt FIRST to reach this desired goal?

Taking multiple steps in place prior to initiating gait is which type of deviation?

When transferring an individual from one seat to another, how can a COTA BEST protect oneself from injury?

Lateral pelvic shift to the stance leg:

A COTA is getting a patient out of bed who has a cerebrovascular accident with resultant hemiparesis. According to the initial evaluation, the patient transfer was moderate assistance. Where is the BEST place for the COTA to position the patient’s arms during the transfer?

Which of the following types of oxygen devices are appropriate for home care?1. Compressor2. Concentrator3. Bulk oxygen system4. Liquid oxygen cylinder

The most commonly used flowmeter in respiratory care utilized during patient transport is which of the following?

A 55-year-old man comes to the emergency department on a simple mask with an SpO2 of 100%, skin color is bright red. The patient was found semi-conscious in a closed garage with a running car.  What should the respiratory care practitioner recommend at this time?

A simple mask can deliver what amount of FiO2 at how many liters/minute?