PRC Risk Assessment & Mitigation 5

Question 1

For a patient in the third trimester of pregnancy, which PRI exercise modification is most critical for risk mitigation?

Accepted Answer

Avoid supine positioning and modify to side-lying or seated alternatives

Answer

Supine positioning in the third trimester risks aortocaval compression from uterine weight, requiring modification to side-lying or seated positions for safe PRI delivery.

Question 2

In pediatric PRI assessment, which age-related risk factor must be considered when evaluating postural asymmetry and exercise loading?

Accepted Answer

Open growth plates affecting safe joint loading during exercises

Answer

Open growth plates in pediatric patients require modified loading strategies during PRI exercises to prevent physeal injury at vulnerable joint lines.

Question 3

An elderly patient aged 78 is referred for PRI. Which age-related factor most increases fall risk during standing PRI exercises?

Accepted Answer

Reduced vestibular and proprioceptive function combined with increased postural sway

Answer

Age-related declines in vestibular and proprioceptive function compound to increase postural sway, significantly elevating fall risk during standing PRI exercises.

Question 4

For a patient with a diagnosed anxiety disorder, which PRI-specific risk must be addressed before initiating breathing retraining exercises?

Accepted Answer

Risk of triggering panic symptoms through deliberately altered breathing patterns

Answer

Patients with anxiety disorders are susceptible to panic symptoms when breathing patterns are consciously manipulated, requiring gradual introduction with psychological preparation.

Question 5

Which finding in a post-surgical patient most contraindicates beginning PRI abdominal and respiratory exercises?

Accepted Answer

Active wound dehiscence or unsecured abdominal repair within 6 weeks post-operatively

Answer

Active wound dehiscence or recent unsecured abdominal repair are absolute contraindications for PRI respiratory exercises due to the risk of tissue disruption from intra-abdominal pressure changes.

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PRC Risk Assessment & Mitigation 5