COC Assessment & Evaluation

Question 1

The Medicare Functional Classification Level (MFCL or K-level) K2 describes a patient who:

Accepted Answer

Has the ability to traverse low-level environmental barriers at a fixed cadence

Answer

K2 describes a limited community ambulator who can traverse low-level barriers such as curbs, stairs, and uneven surfaces at a fixed pace.

Question 2

Which clinical outcome measure assesses a prosthetic user's satisfaction with their device using a self-reported questionnaire?

Accepted Answer

TAPES (Trinity Amputation and Prosthesis Experience Scales)

Answer

TAPES is a validated self-report instrument measuring psychosocial adjustment, activity restriction, and prosthesis satisfaction in amputees.

Question 3

During a lower limb prosthetic gait assessment, vaulting by the sound limb most commonly compensates for:

Accepted Answer

Excessive prosthetic limb length or insufficient knee flexion in swing

Answer

Vaulting (rising on the sound-side toe) provides extra ground clearance for a prosthetic limb that is too long or fails to flex adequately during swing.

Question 4

In orthotic evaluation, the Thomas test is used to assess:

Accepted Answer

Hip flexion contracture

Answer

The Thomas test (bringing one knee to chest while the other leg lies flat) reveals hip flexion contracture when the flat leg rises from the table.

Question 5

The Amputee Mobility Predictor (AMP) is administered:

Accepted Answer

Without a prosthesis to establish baseline functional capacity

Answer

The AMP-noPro version is administered without a prosthesis to predict rehabilitation potential and appropriate prosthetic prescription prior to fitting.

COC - Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Practitioner Practice Test

COC - Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Practitioner Practice Test

COC Assessment & Evaluation