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True or False? Disease burden can be measured using either health metrics or economic indicators.

The blood pressure guidelines ordered by physicians after stroke are called ___________________ guidelines. 

What is the primary focus of a physical therapist’s initial evaluation for a patient admitted to acute care following a stroke? Think acute care, I don’t need to know every aspect of a physical therapy eval, only what is important for acute.    What are the most appropriate early interventions during the early phase of rehabilitation in the acute care setting for a stroke patient? A stroke patient in the acute care setting demonstrates moderate functional recovery and requires assistance with transfers and ambulation. The patient has good family support at home. What is the most appropriate discharge plan?  

A patient has a potassium level of 3.0 mmol/L (hypokalemia). Which symptom should the physical therapist monitor during treatment?

A person with aspiration pneumonia will present with elevated __________________. 

After an MI, which of the following lab values would be elevated? 

Early mobility in the ICU has all of the following benefits EXCEPT? 

When considering discharge to a long-term care facility, which of the following criteria is most relevant?

True or False: According to the AVERT trial, patients s/p CVA should be mobilized within 24 hours of stroke onset to optimize long term outcomes. 

A patient with a history of cardiac surgery is ready for discharge. They can perform activities of daily living (ADLs) independently but need continued physical therapy for endurance training. What is the most appropriate discharge recommendation?