Clinical Performance Assessment Overview

Study Notes

Clinical Performance Assessment Overview

Jason is a PTA student in week 3 of clinical education; he requires 80% supervision by the CI.
Consistent documentation is a hallmark of Jason's performance; he carries 90% of a therapy caseload safely.
Maria, a second-year PTA student, demonstrates strong therapeutic exercise skills but is inefficient with complex interventions; she operates at about 60% of a full caseload.
Han identifies needs for patient exercise progression but struggles with concise guidance; he maintains 25% of a full PTA caseload.
Hans excels in clinical problem-solving, performing tasks like data collection with minimal supervision, handling 75% of a full caseload.
Shaquile attends to the needs of a complex urban patient population, requiring varying levels of supervision; he maintains a 30% caseload.

Performance Levels and Key Characteristics

Kurt, completing his first clinical experience, struggles with critical assessments and requires direct supervision, placing him at Beginner Performance.
Meeting "Red Flag" item performance expectations is essential but not obligatory for all aspects at mid-experience.
Students in intermediate experiences must demonstrate greater initiative; failure to do so is deemed unacceptable.
Nikhat, in her final clinical experience, performs competently with a full caseload, requiring consultation with the CI when necessary.
Consistent self-assessment and engagement in educational opportunities distinguish Nikhat’s performance; she also initiated a support group related to her field.

Evaluation and Feedback

Written comments are mandatory for not just problematic but all performance aspects, supporting balanced feedback.
Robert can effectively supervise aides and manage a full PTA caseload, evidencing proficiency in a rehabilitation setting.
Heather, in outpatient orthopedics, requires assistance less than 50% of the time for simple cases and 75% for complex cases, indicating Intermediate Performance.
Becca, in a pediatric setting, faces challenges in demonstrating compassion, requiring CI cueing to improve interpersonal skills; she manages to handle 75% of her caseload.

Key Terms and Concepts

Entry-Level Performance indicates readiness for professional responsibilities.
Advanced Intermediate Performance showcases the ability to manage more complex conditions with less supervision.
Documentation and effectiveness within patient care are pivotal in evaluations and caseload management.

Description

This quiz provides an overview of the clinical performance levels of PTA students during their educational training. It evaluates their supervision requirements, therapy caseload management, and efficiency in therapeutic exercises. Assess various scenarios to understand key performance indicators in clinical practice.