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Which lab value shows the average level of blood glucose control for the past three months? (Select one)
Which lab value shows the average level of blood glucose control for the past three months? (Select one)
- 2-hour plasma glucose
- Hemoglobin A1C (Hgb A1c) (correct)
- Fasting plasma glucose (FPG)
According to the Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy Laboratory Values Resource Guide, therapists should: (Select one)
According to the Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy Laboratory Values Resource Guide, therapists should: (Select one)
- Be aware of the time and trend when the laboratory specimen was drawn. (correct)
- Rely exclusively on a single laboratory finding when determining the plan of care.
- Immediately place the patient on hold when any lab value is out of normal range.
- Only review the most recent laboratory results, rather than the trend over time.
A 75-year-old female with a history of atrial fibrillation presents to the hospital after a fall. What is the most appropriate action? (Select one)
A 75-year-old female with a history of atrial fibrillation presents to the hospital after a fall. What is the most appropriate action? (Select one)
- Proceed with PT evaluation only after patient received packed red blood cells.
- Proceed with the PT evaluation as planned.
- Hold PT evaluation and discuss reason with the healthcare team. (correct)
- Consult with the medical team to recommend PT evaluation.
What would you expect to see during the therapy session for a patient with a trending upward ammonia level? (Select one)
What would you expect to see during the therapy session for a patient with a trending upward ammonia level? (Select one)
Given a PaCO2 of 56 mmHg, HCO3 of 24 mmol/L and PaO2 of 60 mmHg, what pH value and acid-base state would be anticipated? (Select one)
Given a PaCO2 of 56 mmHg, HCO3 of 24 mmol/L and PaO2 of 60 mmHg, what pH value and acid-base state would be anticipated? (Select one)
What is the BEST course of action for a patient with a platelet (Plt) count of 150 K/μL?
What is the BEST course of action for a patient with a platelet (Plt) count of 150 K/μL?
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Study Notes
Hemoglobin A1C
- Hemoglobin A1C (Hgb A1c) indicates the average blood glucose control over the past three months.
Laboratory Values in Physical Therapy
- Physical therapists should recognize the importance of the time and trend when laboratory specimens are drawn.
Management of Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
- In cases of significant hemoglobin drop and high INR (5.1), the appropriate action is to hold physical therapy evaluation and consult with the healthcare team.
Cognition and Therapy in Cirrhosis
- A patient with cirrhosis showing an increasing ammonia level (from 80 μg/dL to 90 μg/dL) is likely to exhibit changes in fine motor control during therapy sessions.
Acid-Base Imbalance in Asthma Patients
- An asthmatic patient with a PaCO2 of 56 mmHg, HCO3 of 24 mmol/L, and PaO2 of 60 mmHg is expected to have a pH of 7.25, indicating a state of acidosis with no compensation.
Platelet Count Management
- A patient with a platelet count of 150 K/μL should have limitations on activities that could risk bleeding or injury, depending on the clinical context.
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