Academic test 2 Flashcards
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what aspects of gait increase as you age (stride length, step length, width of base of support,stance time, single limb and double limb support time, cadence, and speed)
stride length
step length
single limb support time
speed
what aspects of gait decrease as you age (stride length, step length, width of base of support,stance time, single limb and double limb support time, cadence, and speed)
base of support
double limb support time
cadence
what is the definition of cadence
Cadence is defined as the number of steps an individual will walk over a period of time
how could you test the ability of a person to use somatosensory information for balance (aka stress everything but somatosensory)
Tilt head
close eyes
how could you test the ability of a person to use vestibular information for balance (aka stress everything but vestibular system)
close eyes
stand on foam
how could you test the ability of a person to use visual information for balance (aka stress everything but visual system)
stand on foam
tilt head
What are some ways to assess whether there is a blockage in an artery
take the pulse of a distal artery
name the pulses that are available to be tested
Temporal Carotid Brachial Radial Femoral Popliteal Posterior tibialis Dorsalis Pedis
how do you obtain an ABI score
take the blood pressure at the ankle and the arm and use the systolic of the ankle/ systolic of the arm
what are normal ABI scores
>1.4 = Calcification/ vessel hardening 1.0-1.4 = Normal 0.9-1.0 = Acceptable 0.8-0.9 = Some Arterial Disease 0.5-0.8 = Moderate Arterial Disease <0.4 = Severe Arterial Disease
what are Beta-blockers effects on HR
Beta-blockers decrease HR
What is arthrodesis
Arthrodesis, also known as artificial ankylosis or syndesis, is the artificial induction of joint ossification between two bones via surgery.
Musculoskeletal portion of the systems review covers:
Symmetry Range of Motion Strength Height Weight
Integumentary portion of the systems review covers:
Pliability (texture)
Presence of Scar Formation
Skin Color
Skin Integrity
Cardiovascular portion of the systems review covers:
Heart Rate Heart Rhythm Respiratory Rate Blood Pressure Edema (also read an EKG)
Neurological portion of the systems review covers:
Coordinated Movement - Balance - Gait - Locomotion - Transfers - Transition Motor Function - Motor Control - Motor Learning
What is Asthenia?
Generalized weakness due to a cerebellar pathology
What is Ataxia?
poor coordination
What is Apraxia?
poor motor planning
How can you test for Dysdiadochokinesia?
rapid alternating movements aka finger to nose, tapping feet, flipping hands
What is dysmetria?
improper ability to judge distance
How do you test for Dysmetria?
asking person to target and touch an object or thing repeatedly
What is Rhabdomyolysis?
Rhabdomyolysis is a condition where breakdown of striated muscle fibers leads to the release of myoglobin into the bloodstream. Myoglobin is harmful to the kidneys and can often lead to kidney damage. Rhabdomyolysis occurs with damage to skeletal muscle tissue, particularly following injury.
What is a common sign of Rhabdomyolysis?
Dark, red, or cola-colored urine Decreased urine output General weakness Muscle stiffness or aching (myalgia) Muscle tenderness Weakness of the affected muscles
