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Even though scoring on the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool, 5th edition (SCAT5) should not be used as a stand alone method to measure recovery or to make decisions about an athlete’s readiness to return to participation following a concussion, it can be used to measure recovery and progress. Which of the following score changes on the SCAT5 indicate patient improvement? 

What screening should occur before administering any treatment to the cervical spine? 

Which of the following exercises are appropriate in attempting to decrease the symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome? 

When Lilia arrives at the clinic, she throws her bags on the ground and begins playing with toys. The next day, the therapist tells Lilia, “First, hang your bag on the hook. Then, you can play with the toys,” and prevents her from accessing the toys. Lilia begins crying and screaming. Which of the following is the effect of Lilia’s therapist withholding the toys until she hangs her bag on the hook?  

Which of the following statements best describes a mechanical cervical traction protocol aimed at opening the intervertebral space? 

The Chinese culture is a tight social framework in which people take care of the members of a broader in-group and act loyal to it. In the context of Hofstede’s dimensions, what is the cultural dimension used to describe the Chinese culture?

George is described by his friends as curious and imaginative. He is probably high on the trait of _______.

What intervention would you do first for this patient?

The provider orders 600 mg of ibuprofen PO Q6H prn for headache.  Available in the pyxis are 200 mg capsules of ibuprofen. The nurse administers a PRN dose and later came back to help the patient sit up in bed.  One ibuprofen capsule falls out of the patient’s gown.  What is the priority for the nurse at this time?

An appraisal system that allows each individual to see clearly how his or her performance ties into the overall performance of the firm is: