Oce Part 1 Flashcards

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Accepting the pt in a private clinic

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Review the referral ( who it came from, purpose,does it fall under pt scope?)

Have the pt complete intake forms ( all relevant info, pmhx,hpi)

Ensure they are appropriate candidate for physio( msk in nature)

Confirm pt identity and dob

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Accepting pt in the hospital setting

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Review the referral

Perform a chart review ( familiarize w pt medical course)

Check wb orders, check o2 orders

Liaise w medicak tean involved in pt care.

Liaise w bedside nurse prior to see pt

Ensure that it’s an appropriate time for PT ax

Introduce yourself

Confirm pts identify

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Why is this pt appropriate for physio?
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In this case, there is no contra indication as of now for PT ax and TX.

The pt has a problem/concern/disease/presentation that falls under the PT scope of practice and expertise

This pt will benefit from physio interventions to help manage their condition effectively and to support their recovery.

Ex: based on the scenario the pt has a cc of lateral elbow pain due to repetitive movements. To treat this condition falls under the pt scope of practice.

Also based on the case, the ptdoes not have any contraindications as of yet for pt ax and tx. No apparently red flags. The physio interventions will help him in managing and treating his cc.

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How would u determine if this pt is appropriate for physio?

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I would self reflect to see if the pt is seeking services that fall under the physio scope of practice.

The pt Injured his back and is having difficulty w pain and physical functioning ( summarize pt problem)

They require and ax to investigate their current status as well as tx to assist in managing their pain and functional impairments
The ax, diagnosis and tx of their current issue fall within my scope of practice and through my pt training i am competent tonax and tx them

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If u deem the pt is not suitable for physio
What to say?

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Describe the service being requested

Why they do nor fall under the pt scope

Why u feel u are not competent to carry out this activity

Provide options for appropriate referral

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Some reasons why the pt would not be appropriate for physio interventions

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Client condition requires medical intervention

Findings remain inconsistent w what is expected for a neuromuscular dysfunction

No apparebt movem dysfunction,causative factors or syndromes can br identified

Client fails to improve w intervention

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Informed consent

How to obtain informed consent to begin an ax?

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Introduce self by name and title

Explain why u are there ( doctor x. Ask me to come see u…)

Determine cognitive status ( ax orientation, determine if pt has capacity to consent/ understand the info about what they are consenting to, understand the consequences)

Describe what it is that u will be doing in the ax, purpose of it,benefits, any potential risks, any side effects and any alternative options if they declined and consequences of not engaging in the ax

Explain their rights as a pt: right to refuse and to withdraw their consent at any time

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How to determine cognitive status?

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I will have a conversation with the pt and see his interactions and based on the pts behavior and actions, I wl use my judgement to determine his ability to provide consent.

Able to carry on a conversation
Make appropriate questions
Pay attention in the information
Answer appropriately

Also, based on the pmhx present there is nothing that make me believe he does not have capacity

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What to do if the pt does not have capacity to consent?

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Identity a sdm,guardian, poa, someone appointed bu the board

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Informed consent- glass and hearing aid

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If the case says pt wears glasses and hearing aid,verbalize u would ask pt to wear it during your interaction

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Informed consent example

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The nature of the ax is : I will ask unfirst some questions related to your pain and also adls,work, pmhx
Then during the ax I will conduct a few mov test to determine what’s going on and that will help me create a tx plan to helpy on your rehab process

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Subjective ax components

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History of present illness/moi

Pmhx

Nature of pain (location,type)

Aggravating and ease factors

Activity levels

Social hx: jobs,sports, type of house

Goals

Red flag screening

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What are the cauda equina questions?

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Have u noticed any changes in your bowel or bladder function?

Have u noticed any changes in your sensation in your seated area or groing area?

Pain and needles in bl legs?

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What are the ca questions?

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Unexplained weight lost?
Persistant night pain
Malaise( general feeling of discomfort)

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Vbi questions

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5d dipoplia, disphagia,disarthria,dizziness,drop attacks

3n nystagmus, nausea and numbness

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Infection symptoms/signs

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Night sweats
Recent infection
Fever or chills

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Knee especial questions

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Any locking
Clicking
Did unhear a pop?

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OA questions

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Morning stiffness less then 30m
Pain w movement
Wb joints

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RA questions

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Am stiffness more than 1hr
Family hc
Pain at rest
Swelling
Bilateral

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Diabetes questions

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What are they taking?
How are they managing?

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Social hx questions

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What they do for a living?
Type of job
Do u practice any sports or hobbies?
What are your pt goals
What fo u see as a progression frim this session to the next session?

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Acute care subjective ax

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Observe notes: vitals,wb,changes,nurse,doctor notes

Ax orientation

Pt explanation of their story + aggrav and ease factors

Hx of presenting condition

Prior level of function

Gait aid?

Pmhx

Check meds they are on

Social hx: type of house,stairs,handrail, who they live w, supports,family nearby?

Goals

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Objective ax

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Observation: swelling,redness, deformities,gait aid, posture,muscke wasting

Rom: screen joints. Arom and prom

Stregth: all major muscles

Special tests

Palpation

Functional screening: gait, gait aid ad,squat,stairs

Neuro screening: miotomes,dermatomes,reflex, ultt,babinski and clonus

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Objectve ax on acute care

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Consent
Observation: room for hazard,lines,tubes. Who is present

Palpation: temperature,pain,pulses,dc from incision

Chest ax:
Inspection: rate of breathing,depth,pattern,accessory muscle use,distress

Palpation: tracheal position,expansion of chest,flexibility of chest,tactile fremitus

Percussion: dull resonat

Auscultation

Rom

Strength especially le

Transfer ax

Balance

Gait ax:level required, gait aid,supervision

Neuro screening

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Respiratory interventions
Teach db techniques to enhance ventilation Functional mob to prevent deconditioning Arom for les to prevent dvt Incentive spirimetwr to increase the e expansion in the lobes Educate the pt on surg precautions Educate the pt on the importance to adhere the exercises Plb to promote o2 saturation
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Rom interventions
Heel slides Cycling
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Strength interventions
Quad set Qor Seated knee ext Mini squat Single leg squat Glute bridges Nmes eletrical stimulation
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Gait intervention
Gait retraining Transfer training bed chair Stairs practice
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Informed consent
I would explain to the patient that the nature of our session would be to perform an assessment where I would be asking some questions and performing some tests. 1 would explain that the risk of the assessment is that some tests may exacerbate their symptoms, but l would talk through those tests before they were performed and let the patient know if alternate options exist. • I would explain that the benefit of the assessment is that I can form a clinical impression and determine if PT is recommended and, if so, the plan for treatment. • I would provide the patient with the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers about the proposed plan.
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Outcome measures for lower extremity MSK condition
Lower extremity functional scale Self reported questionnaire (adls,balance,coordination,mobility,life participation,rom, strength
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Outcome measures for upper extremity MSK condition
Upper extremity functional scale index
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Outcome test to measure ankle DF
Knee to wall test
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Outcome measure for grip force
Hand dynamometry
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Outcome for upper extremity in sh
Disability arm shoulder hand (DASH)
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Outcome measures for pr with hip disability (with or without Oa’A)
Hip injury and osteoarthritis outcone score
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Outcome measures for knee disability ( with or without OA)
Knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score
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Outcome for lower back pain
Roland morris disability questionarie Oswestey disability index
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Outcome for neck pain
Neck disability index
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Outcome for pain
Numeric pain rating scale Visual analogue scale
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Outcome for chronic pain
Mc guill pain questionarie
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Outcome dor muscle strength
Mmt
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Outcome for rom
Goniometry
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Outcome for amb or biomechanics
Functional movements
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Subjective ax framework
- Past Medical History - History of Present Illness • Social History • Red Flags Questions (cancer questions and mandatory questions) • Goals
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Why is pmhx important?
- information related to past medical historyis important as it can determine if there are additional co-morbidities that could impact physiatherapy intervention. For example, the patient is attending physiotherapy for treatment of mobility-related issues due to Parkinson's. Their past medical history includes hypertension and severe bilateral knee OA. The activities included in treatment would need to be modifies to accommodate the patient's bilateral knee OA and it would also be important to monitor the patient's blood pressure to ensure safe participation in physiotherapy.
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Managing Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar Symptoms How to manage
S:dizziness, shaking, sweating, confusion, and weakness. Pre-Exercise Screening: Assess the patient’s blood sugar levels before exercise to ensure it is within a safe range. If the blood sugar is too low, physical activity should be avoided until the levels stabilize. Monitor Symptoms: Keep track of the patient's responses during physical therapy. If any signs of hypoglycemia (e.g., dizziness, sweating, shaking) appear, the exercise session should be stopped immediately. Provide Immediate Care: If a patient shows signs of hypoglycemia during exercise, stop the activity, and provide quick sugar intake, such as glucose tablets, fruit juice, or sugary drinks to raise blood sugar levels. Adjust Intensity and Duration: Plan exercise sessions that are moderate in intensity and of shorter duration to avoid sudden drops in blood sugar levels Patient Education: Educate the patient on recognizing hypoglycemia symptoms and the importance of always having fast-acting sugar available. Post-Exercise Monitoring: Ensure the patient’s blood glucose levels are monitored after exercise to prevent post-exercise hypoglycemia.
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Managing Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar) Symptoms
S:Hyperglycemia can cause fatigue, increased thirst, frequent urination, and, if unmanaged, can lead to serious complications. M: Pre-Exercise Screening: Monitor blood glucose levels before physical therapy. If the glucose levels are too high (e.g., above 250 mg/dL), physical activity might be contraindicated due to the risk of worsening hyperglycemia or causing ketone buildup. Monitor Symptoms: Be alert to symptoms like excessive thirst, fatigue, or dry mouth. If the patient exhibits signs of hyperglycemia, the physiotherapist should adjust the intensity and duration of exercise accordingly. Moderate Intensity Exercise: Encourage low-to-moderate intensity exercise. Exercise helps to lower blood glucose levels by improving insulin sensitivity, but intense exercise should be avoided if blood sugar is extremely high, as it may worsen the condition. Hydration: Ensure the patient is well-hydrated, as hyperglycemia can lead to dehydration. Advise them to drink water before, during, and after exercise. Post-Exercise Monitoring: Monitor the patient's response after the session to ensure that their glucose levels do not rise further. Educate patients with hyperglycemia on the importance of monitoring their blood sugar levels regularly and making adjustments to their medication or food intake as needed in collaboration with their healthcare provider.
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General Guidelines for Both Conditions: Hypo and hyperglycemia
Communication with Other Healthcare Providers: Physiotherapists should communicate with the patient's medical team, including endocrinologists, to tailor exercise programs based on the patient's medical needs. Exercise Plan Adaptation: Ensure that the patient’s exercise program is individualized, considering their specific needs and the severity of their blood sugar fluctuations. Consistency and Monitoring: Regular blood sugar monitoring and consistency in exercise routines are key to managing both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia effectively.
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Social determinants of health
Social determinants of health (SDH) refer to the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age. These factors significantly influence health outcomes and include economic stability, education, social and community context, health care access, and the physical environment
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How can the social determinant “economic stability affect physio tx?
1. Economic Stability: Impact on Access: Limited financial resources may prevent patients from seeking physiotherapy services, adhering to treatment plans, or affording necessary equipment for rehabilitation. Treatment Adherence: Patients facing financial difficulties might struggle to attend regular therapy sessions or afford home exercise programs
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Steps to assign care to ptas
Review roles and responsibilities of pt and pta Verify the pta knowledge Learn about the pta experience and ensure it’s adequate Watch the pta perform the assigned task Provide education and training to fill any gaps identified
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Reciving gifts or money from pts
Thank you so much for your offer but I am able to accept gifts or money from pts. It’s a rule I follow according to the physio code of ethichs to make sure everything stays fair and professional. I appreciate your kindness and understanding.
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If the physio discovers inaccuracies or erros on their billing what should they do?
Take resonable steps to correct the errors Document the finding,what action was taken and the outcome.
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The PT must ensure that there is a WRITTEN fee schedule for each funding stream. What should the fee schedule state?
Fees for assessments, re ax and tx Fees for other services and products Fees for administrative tasks Late payment penalties or interest charges Charges for cancellations or missed appointments
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How should the PT communicate the fees to the pts?
BEFORE providing care, the PTS must ensure that the pts have a clear information about the fees and that they understand. This includes: All fess that might apply to the pt How bills or accounts for services are calculates Any financial policies that might affect the pt Methods of payment that are accepted.
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PTs must provide an itemized account for services and or products if the pts or a payer requests one, and it must be FREE OF CHARGE. False or true
True
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Package services cab be done if:
The pt is told what services are covered, the cost of EACH service and the total cost The pt has the option to buy one service at a time The pt has the option to receive a refubd for unused services The fee for each service appears accurately on the billing.
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Advertising. What are the College s expectations?
The pts must review the advertisement placed by others on their behaf ti ensure they meet the college requirements. If they do not, pts must take resonable steps to correct it and DOCUMENT the steps taken
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What can not be in a advertisement?
It must not state or imply a guarantee of tx results It must not state or imply that a pt service os better than the other pt service
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What would be resonable steps to fix a wrong advertising?
It may include emailing or calling the person who placed the advertisement and informing her about your PROFESSIONAL OBLIGATION to the college. Ask for the content of the advertisement to be changed Document all of it
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What are the actions that should be taken when boundaries are breached?
Recognize the breach Correct inappropriate behavior Document actions in the pts record
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Former pts and romantic relationships
No romantic relationship w pts unless: One year has passed since discharge Power of imbalance no longer exists Pt is no longer dependent on the physiotherapist
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Mandatory reposting of sexual abuse
Pts must report if they SUSPECT sexual abuse by a regulated professional Report to the professional college of the health care professional involved
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What are the consequences of failure to report a sexual abuse from a Hcp?
May lead to disciplinary action by the college
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If a conflit arrises what should the pt do?
Full disclosure: inform the pt and others involved Alternative: make pts aeare of options Document: clearly document how the conflict eas handled
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What to say to your employer that wants you to see a pt for more sessions than they need?
The physio code of ethics requires me to always act in the pts best interest. This included not providing unnecessary treatment. I cant continue sessions that aren’t clinically needed bc it will go against out code of ethics. I should only provide care that is necessary for the pts recovery. I can’t justify seeing them for more sessions if they don’t need it
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How to tell a pt you cant see them for more sessions if they dont need it?
U made great progress and reached your goal. Based on that improvement u don’t need more sessions at this point. As a physio, follow a standard of care that ensures we only provide tx that are necessary for your recovery. Since u did so well, continue with further sessions wouldn’t ve in your best interests.
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When can a physio dc a pt that are still in need of care?
1- if the pt request to discontinue the tx 2- alternative services are arranged or the pt is given a chance to arrange alternative care 3- physio is unable to provide care that meets standards due to lack of resources 4- pt fails to pay for services within a reasonable tune after all attempts to facilitate payment have failed 5-pt does not cooperate with or comply w the tx plan,make the services inefectivo 6- pt is abusive( physically, emotionally or sexually) or has reasonable grounds to believe they may become abusive 7- a progressional boundary is breached and all reasonable steps were made to manage the behavior
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How much is household amb And community amb?
Household 10-20m Community - mais de 20m
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Benefits of stretches
Improve flexibility and decrease stiffness Improve posture Increase blood flow circulation Improve flexibility Promote relaxation Help w pain management
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How many steps do we have one a flight of stairs in rehab?
12-15 steps
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Short term goal wks Long term goal
2-6wks 3-6 months
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Benefits of strengthening
improve muscle function and support the joints, helping to reduce the risk of joint deformities and pain.
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List of goals
Increase rom Increase strength Increase function Decrease pain Decrease swelling Increase client knowledge about the condition
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Goals for cardioresp pts
Decrease sob Increase function Increase general mobility Increase activity tolerance Increase or maintain chest expansion Facilitate effective cough Optimize gas exchange Educate about energy conservation
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Goals post op
Increase indep w bed mobility/transfers/ambulation Educate pt on surgery precautions Reduce the risk of infection /contractures
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Physio interventions for pain?
Ice Heat Tens Gentle mobilization grade 1-2 Rest (avoid aggravating acts) Postural correction
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Pt intervention for swelling
Rest Ice Compression Elevation Us non thermal Arom
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Pt interventions for ROM
Arom/prom Stretching Mobilization 3-4 Heat Us thermal
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Pt interventions for sob
Deep diafragma breathing ( not copd pt) Frequent breaks Plb Secretion clerabce technique (acbt)
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Pt interventions for Fatigue
Balance period of rest and activity Do not exercise to the point of fatigye Educate about energy conservation
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Pt interventions for por posture
Frequent positions changes Sitting upright w back support Adjustable chair w back support Proper design of work station Bend knees when ligfiting Avoid twisting movs
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Pt interventions regarding education
Educate re condition Educate about specific things not to do Adaptation of home\work Take frequent breaks Assistive devices or special devices for function
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Objective measurement fo r swelling
Meausre tape
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Objective measurement for strength
Mmt using oxford scale Dynamometer
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Goals questions
Goals/Expectations: “What do you expect from this session/interaction?” “What are your goals or what are you hoping to achieve?” "What would you like to do, that you cannot do right now?" - Addressing an individual's goals and expectations are important for compliance and ‘buy-in’ and to align with individual-centred care.
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Acute stage goals
Management Implications: - Immediate pain control. - Prevention of further tissue damage/sensitization (acute injury). - Reassurance and other ‘active’ management advice.
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Subacute goals
Management Implications - gradual restoration of functional capacity - continued pain control as needed to create a therapeutic window to get active
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Recurrent goals (experiencing a new episode of previously experienced musculoskeletal symptoms following a period of being symptom free. )
Management Implications - Manage immediate symptoms as per acute/sub=acute disorders . - Investigation of potential factors contributing to the recurrent/episodic nature of the disorder for long term solutions. - Reinforce active management
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Chronic goals
Implications - Ensure there is not missed or associated serious pathology that continues to contribute to the chronicity of the disorder. - Investigation of potential factors contributing to the chronic nature of the disorder for long term management.
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Nociceptive (type 1 - tissue damage) : pain that arises from actual or threatened damage to non-neural tissue and is due to the activation of nociceptors. This includes pain associated with acute actual tissue damage (ie. post-operative) and inflammatory conditions. Clinical Tip: Typically short lasting, stimulus-response coupled; Management Implications…
- Moving early/staying active important; active management vs passive. - May respond to simple analgesia, ice or other modalities.
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Hiv pts
Wear gloves: When you have open or healing wounds, or skin infections. When in contact with blood or body fluids, secretions, excretions or non-intact skin. When in contact with surfaces or articles contaminated with blood or body fluids.
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Duty of care
Does not provide a physiotherapy service when the patient’s condition indicates that commencing or continuing the physiotherapy service is not warranted or is contraindicated
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