Data Collection & Interventions Flashcards
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SOAP notes in physical therapy documentation stand for:
Answer: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
SOAP notes organize clinical documentation into Subjective (patient reports), Objective (measured findings), Assessment (clinical judgment), and Plan.
Informed consent in physical therapy requires the PTA to:
Answer: Explain risks, benefits, and alternatives to the patient
Informed consent requires explaining the procedure, its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives so the patient can make an autonomous decision.
Which gait pattern is used with non-weight-bearing (NWB) status on the right leg using crutches?
Answer: 3-point gait
Three-point gait is used for NWB status: both crutches advance together with the affected leg, then the unaffected leg swings through.
The primary difference between a PTA and a PT according to the APTA is:
Answer: PTs examine, evaluate, and establish the plan of care; PTAs implement selected interventions under supervision
PTs examine, evaluate, diagnose, and establish the plan of care; PTAs implement selected interventions under PT supervision.
Paraffin bath treatment temperature is typically set between:
Answer: 47–54°C (118–130°F)
Paraffin baths are maintained at 47–54°C (118–130°F), providing superficial heat to hands and feet.
Standard vital sign monitoring during exercise should include at minimum:
Answer: Heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and perceived exertion
Core vital sign monitoring during exercise includes heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and RPE to ensure patient safety.