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What is the primary aim of positioning for patients with transtibial amputations?
What is the primary aim of positioning for patients with transtibial amputations?
In which position should a patient post-surgery with a transtibial amputation be placed to minimize the risk of contractures?
In which position should a patient post-surgery with a transtibial amputation be placed to minimize the risk of contractures?
What is a common outcome for patients with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty (THA)?
What is a common outcome for patients with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty (THA)?
What movement is the least recommended for a patient recovering from a posterior THA when getting out of bed?
What movement is the least recommended for a patient recovering from a posterior THA when getting out of bed?
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What is crucial to consider when positioning a patient with a left hip flexion impairment getting ready to walk in parallel bars?
What is crucial to consider when positioning a patient with a left hip flexion impairment getting ready to walk in parallel bars?
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What should a caregiver always consider when helping position a patient in a hospital setting?
What should a caregiver always consider when helping position a patient in a hospital setting?
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Which of the following movements would likely compromise precautions for a patient post-anterior THA?
Which of the following movements would likely compromise precautions for a patient post-anterior THA?
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What is one critical action to avoid when working with a patient post-CVA?
What is one critical action to avoid when working with a patient post-CVA?
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What is the primary consideration for short-term patient positioning?
What is the primary consideration for short-term patient positioning?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider for long-term patient positioning?
Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider for long-term patient positioning?
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In terms of biomechanics, which strategy is essential for movement and injury prevention?
In terms of biomechanics, which strategy is essential for movement and injury prevention?
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What is the primary therapeutic goal for Ernie during the therapy session?
What is the primary therapeutic goal for Ernie during the therapy session?
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Which aspect is included in the S.P.A.C.E acronym for long-term positioning?
Which aspect is included in the S.P.A.C.E acronym for long-term positioning?
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What is a key component of the short-term positioning checklist?
What is a key component of the short-term positioning checklist?
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Which activity is NOT included in the therapy goals for Oscar?
Which activity is NOT included in the therapy goals for Oscar?
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What is the most appropriate reason for Gonzo's need for approximately 50% assistance in bed mobility?
What is the most appropriate reason for Gonzo's need for approximately 50% assistance in bed mobility?
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Which of the following factors should be minimized when positioning a patient for the long-term?
Which of the following factors should be minimized when positioning a patient for the long-term?
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Identifying patient special needs is emphasized in which context?
Identifying patient special needs is emphasized in which context?
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What is one of the therapeutic interventions planned for Gonzo during his session?
What is one of the therapeutic interventions planned for Gonzo during his session?
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What should be emphasized in the patient education for Oscar's spouse regarding positioning?
What should be emphasized in the patient education for Oscar's spouse regarding positioning?
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What does proper bed mobility techniques aim to achieve?
What does proper bed mobility techniques aim to achieve?
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What is a primary long-term goal in patient positioning?
What is a primary long-term goal in patient positioning?
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What is the primary goal for Miss Piggy during her therapy session?
What is the primary goal for Miss Piggy during her therapy session?
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Which of the following should be assessed for patient safety during short-term positioning?
Which of the following should be assessed for patient safety during short-term positioning?
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What position is Miss Piggy in when her session begins?
What position is Miss Piggy in when her session begins?
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What range of motion exercise is specifically targeted for Oscar in this context?
What range of motion exercise is specifically targeted for Oscar in this context?
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Which condition can develop as a result of poor positioning and muscle tone?
Which condition can develop as a result of poor positioning and muscle tone?
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What is the primary reason to never use the affected limb as a stabilizer during rehabilitation?
What is the primary reason to never use the affected limb as a stabilizer during rehabilitation?
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From which side is it generally easier for a patient post-CVA to come to sitting EOB?
From which side is it generally easier for a patient post-CVA to come to sitting EOB?
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When teaching a patient post-CVA to get their leg onto the bed from sitting EOB, what should they do first?
When teaching a patient post-CVA to get their leg onto the bed from sitting EOB, what should they do first?
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What should a patient post-CVA do to improve leverage when lowering themselves to the bed on the weaker side?
What should a patient post-CVA do to improve leverage when lowering themselves to the bed on the weaker side?
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Which of the following techniques is NOT recommended for a patient with postural stability dysfunction?
Which of the following techniques is NOT recommended for a patient with postural stability dysfunction?
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To assist a patient with SCI in rolling in bed, which method should they use?
To assist a patient with SCI in rolling in bed, which method should they use?
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What movement should a patient avoid to maintain postural stability?
What movement should a patient avoid to maintain postural stability?
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What is the primary movement restriction for a patient who has undergone a total hip arthroplasty using the posterior approach?
What is the primary movement restriction for a patient who has undergone a total hip arthroplasty using the posterior approach?
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Which of the following is NOT a common contracture observed in patients with transtibial amputations?
Which of the following is NOT a common contracture observed in patients with transtibial amputations?
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What movement should be avoided by a patient with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty when getting out of bed?
What movement should be avoided by a patient with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty when getting out of bed?
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Which of the following movements would a patient with post-stroke flexion (PSF) be advised to avoid?
Which of the following movements would a patient with post-stroke flexion (PSF) be advised to avoid?
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In what position should a patient with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty ideally keep their legs while seated?
In what position should a patient with a posterior approach total hip arthroplasty ideally keep their legs while seated?
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What could potentially break movement precautions for a patient after undergoing a THA with a posterior approach?
What could potentially break movement precautions for a patient after undergoing a THA with a posterior approach?
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Which of the following contractures is most likely to develop due to prolonged sitting after a transtibial amputation?
Which of the following contractures is most likely to develop due to prolonged sitting after a transtibial amputation?
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What should a caregiver consider when teaching a patient with a spinal cord injury to roll in bed?
What should a caregiver consider when teaching a patient with a spinal cord injury to roll in bed?
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