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Short Answer: Identify in order three (3) compensatory mechanisms utilized by the body to maintain cardiac output in a patient with the diagnosis of left congestive heart failure (CHF).

If the heart is required to work harder thereby being less efficient during exercise one can assume that the individual’s net oxygen consumption will be lower. (Fall 2024)

Short Answer: Explain why it is important to report a typical & stable angina incident that occurs with a patient, during treatment, to the supervising P.T. and physician. (1 Point) Also explain what information should be included in the report. (2 Points)

The patient is preparing to perform some aerobic conditioning. As instructed previously, the patient should complete the warm-up phase before starting his exercise. After completing the warm-up phase, the patient’s heart rate should be within about 30 bpm of the target range. (Fall 2024)

The PTA is working with a patient in the cardiac intensive care unit.  During the treatment session the therapist counted 8 QRS intervals on a 6-second strip.  Which of the following would be indicative of the patient’s pulse rate?

What is the definition of a MET? 1. A standardized measure of expected oxygen requirements of specific activities 2. The amount of oxygen consumed at rest 3. Value equivalent to 3.5 mL/O2/kg/min

Which component of intervention determines the selection of specific OT activities used to address the client’s targeted outcomes?

Which of the following is true regarding literature as scientific evidence?

A person blinded in an accident begins a community re-entry program for persons with vision loss. The OT collaborates with the individual to develop an intervention plan. What should be included in the plan as the initial focus of intervention?

The OT is working with a client with chronic pain associated with their diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. There are days when the client is unable to get out of bed and is nearly dependent in all self-care tasks because of their pain. The patient’s goal is to utilize appropriate pain management strategies before and after engaging in daily occupations to maximize function. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate intervention to utilize FIRST?