Prosthetics

Question 1

3 parts of a below knee prosthetic:

Answer 1

• Socket
• Pylon
• Foot

Question 2

Identify the K level: No safe ambulation potential

Answer 2

0

Question 3

Identify the K level: Household ambulator

Answer 3

1

Question 4

Identify the K level: Limited community ambulator

Answer 4

2

Question 5

Identify the K level: Community ambulation beyond simple locomotion.

Answer 5

3

Question 6

Identify the K level: High impact ambulation

Answer 6

4

Question 7

SACH feet stands foor….

Answer 7

Solid ankle cushion heel

Question 8

What is the most basic prosthetic foot used for transfer and very limited ambulation?

Answer 8

SACH foot

Question 9

What is the most stable prosthetic foot?

Answer 9

Single-axis foot

Question 10

T/F a single axis foot is appropriate for a below knee amputation.

Answer 10

False! (promotes hyperextension)

Question 11

What is the most appropriate prosthetic foot for K1/2 transfemoral amputators?

Answer 11

Single-axis feet

Question 12

What prosthetic foot is appropriate for K2/3 ambulators?

Answer 12

Multi-axial feet

Question 13

What prosthetic feet are appropriate for K3/4 ambulators?

Answer 13

Flex feet

Question 14

These prosthetic feet store/return energy during “pre-load” or late stance

Answer 14

Flex feet

Question 15

The most important factor in determining the prosthetic potential of an individual is their _____.

Answer 15

Prior level of function

Question 16

This prosthetic foot is used for K1/2 as a shower/transfer foot or K3/4 ambulators who spend time navigating underbrush.

Answer 16

Pod foot

Question 17

These prosthetics are for bilateral transfemoral amputees. Used for initial gait training and home use.

Answer 17

Stubbies

Question 18

What K level is a safety knee used for?

Answer 18

K 1/2

Question 19

What are manual lock prosthetic knees used for?

Answer 19

K1 patients for transfers only. Not safe for ambulation due to increase in functional limb length.