ATC Treatment Planning 2

Question 1

A patient with multiple sclerosis is scheduled for aquatic therapy. Which pool temperature range is most appropriate in the plan of care?

Accepted Answer

80–88°F (27–31°C)

Answer

Cooler water reduces the risk of heat-induced symptom exacerbation in MS.

Question 2

Standing in water at the level of the xiphoid process, approximately what percentage of body weight is borne by the lower limbs?

Accepted Answer

25–35%

Answer

Xiphoid-level immersion unloads roughly 65–75% of body weight, leaving about 25–35%.

Question 3

Which condition is an absolute contraindication to aquatic therapy?

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled seizure disorder

Answer

Uncontrolled seizures pose a drowning risk and are a contraindication.

Question 4

What is the main reason a therapist reduces target heart rate by about 10 beats per minute for immersed exercise?

Accepted Answer

Hydrostatic pressure increases venous return and stroke volume

Answer

Increased venous return raises stroke volume, lowering heart rate for a given workload.

Question 5

Which SMART goal element is missing from: 'Patient will walk better in the pool'?

Accepted Answer

Measurable criteria

Answer

The goal lacks measurable, time-bound criteria.

ATC - Aquatic Therapy Certification Practice Test