Questions and Answers
What are the normal and abnormal ranges for blood pressure?
Hypertension, hypotension
What is the purpose of conducting a subjective assessment?
To gather personal information from the patient regarding their health.
Which of the following are functions of the integumentary system? (Select all that apply)
The bulbous corpuscle is sensitive to pressure and distortion of the skin.
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Which structures are considered tactile receptors in the skin? (Select all that apply)
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What is the role of tactile discs in the integumentary system?
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What are the safety precautions to consider when conducting an assessment?
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What factors can affect vital signs?
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Study Notes
Module 1: Assessment & Screening
- Unit objectives include preparing for assessment, conducting assessments, and proper documentation and reporting.
Skills Development
- Skills required:
- Appropriate preparation for assessments
- Execution of assessments
- Accurate documentation and reporting
Knowledge Acquisition
- Key areas of knowledge include:
- Structure and function of the skin
- Structure and function of the cardiovascular system
- Procedures for various assessments: subjective assessment, vital signs, blood glucose, skin sensation.
Assessment Guidelines
- Infection control guidelines and safety precautions during assessments are crucial.
- Understanding normal/abnormal ranges for:
- Blood pressure (hypertension, hypotension)
- Heart rate (bradycardia, tachycardia)
- Oxygen saturation levels
- Blood glucose (hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia)
- Factors affecting vital signs and blood glucose levels must be documented correctly.
Integumentary System Overview
- Integumentary system functions include:
- Physical protection against environmental hazards
- Excretion of waste products
- Thermoregulation
- Vitamin D synthesis
- Lipid storage
- Sensory information detection
- Immune system coordination.
Tactile Receptors in the Skin
- Various receptors provide touch sensations:
- Free Nerve Ending: Located between epidermal cells; detects touch; tonic receptors with small receptive fields.
- Root Hair Plexus: Senses hair movement; monitors distortions across body surface; adapts quickly to movements.
- Tactile Discs: Composed of tactile cells; found in hairless skin areas; sensitive to fine touch, shape, and texture.
- Bulbous Corpuscle: Located in the deep dermis; detects pressure and skin distortion; slow adapting.
- Lamellar Corpuscles: Sensitive to deep pressure and vibrations; respond to pulsing effects; found throughout the dermis.
Importance of Tactile Receptors
- These receptors provide essential feedback for activities such as gripping objects and sense changes in the skin environment.
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Description
Test your knowledge in the key areas of assessment and screening in rehabilitation care. This quiz focuses on performing basic measurements, understanding the structure and functions of skin and the cardiovascular system, and adhering to documentation practices. Enhance your skills and ensure appropriate assessment methods are implemented.
