Question 1

Match the joint movement with its correct description.

-movement of a body part in a circular motion

Accepted Answer

A)  circumduction 
B)  dorsiflexion 
C)  pronation 
D)  rotation 
E)  supination 
A)  circumduction 
B)  dorsiflexion 
C)  pronation 
D)  rotation 
E)  supination

Question 2

Match the joint movement with its correct description.

-moving the foot upward at the ankle joint

Accepted Answer

A)  circumduction 
B)  dorsiflexion 
C)  pronation 
D)  rotation 
E)  supination 
A)  circumduction 
B)  dorsiflexion 
C)  pronation 
D)  rotation 
E)  supination

Question 3

Which of the following gaits is used when both crutches and the weak leg are advanced at the same time?

Accepted Answer

A) Two-point 
B) Three-point 
C) Four-point 
D) Swing-to 
E) Swing through 
A) Two-point 
B) Three-point 
C) Four-point 
D) Swing-to 
E) Swing through

Question 4

Considering the information you have, what would be the best device for Mrs.Lane until she returns next week and is reevaluated?

Accepted Answer

A) Wheelchair 
B) Walker 
C) Crutches 
D) Cane 
A) Wheelchair 
B) Walker 
C) Crutches 
D) Cane

Question 5

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when a patient uses a wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

A) Make sure the brakes are locked when transferring the patient. 
B) Let the patient's feet dangle. 
C) Always go forward into and out of elevators. 
D) Stay to the center of corridors. 
A) Make sure the brakes are locked when transferring the patient. 
B) Let the patient's feet dangle. 
C) Always go forward into and out of elevators. 
D) Stay to the center of corridors.

Question 6

When measuring for axillary crutches, what is the elbow angle and the distance from of the top of the crutch to the armpit?

Accepted Answer

A) 15 degrees and 2 inches below armpit 
B) 20 degrees and 1 inch below armpit 
C) 20 degrees and 2 inches below armpit 
D) 30 degrees and 3 inches below armpit 
A) 15 degrees and 2 inches below armpit 
B) 20 degrees and 1 inch below armpit 
C) 20 degrees and 2 inches below armpit 
D) 30 degrees and 3 inches below armpit

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a type of crutch prescribed for patients?

Accepted Answer

A) Axillary 
B) Forearm 
C) Platform 
D) Standard 
A) Axillary 
B) Forearm 
C) Platform 
D) Standard

Question 8

Which of the following refers to straightening a body part?

Accepted Answer

A) Dorsiflexion 
B) Extension 
C) Supination 
D) Adduction 
A) Dorsiflexion 
B) Extension 
C) Supination 
D) Adduction

Question 9

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes.

-paraffin wax bath

Accepted Answer

A)  heat 
B)  cold 
A)  heat 
B)  cold

Question 10

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes.

-sitz bath

Accepted Answer

A)  heat 
B)  cold 
A)  heat 
B)  cold

Question 11

A physiological benefit from massage therapy is what?

Accepted Answer

A) Increased metabolism 
B) Promotion of healing 
C) Improving circulation 
D) All of the above 
A) Increased metabolism 
B) Promotion of healing 
C) Improving circulation 
D) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT an advantage to using a walker?

Accepted Answer

A) Lightweight 
B) Can be adjusted for height 
C) Can be used on uneven ground 
D) Can be fitted for wheels to push 
E) Provides ambulation with confidence 
A) Lightweight 
B) Can be adjusted for height 
C) Can be used on uneven ground 
D) Can be fitted for wheels to push 
E) Provides ambulation with confidence

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true regarding ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

A) It is high-frequency acoustic vibration. 
B) It is effective for acute or chronic pain and injuries. 
C) It relaxes muscle spasms. 
D) It travels best through bone. 
E) It must be used carefully. 
A) It is high-frequency acoustic vibration. 
B) It is effective for acute or chronic pain and injuries. 
C) It relaxes muscle spasms. 
D) It travels best through bone. 
E) It must be used carefully.

Question 14

Which of the following patients would be prescribed a wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

A) Has any disability 
B) Cannot ambulate 
C) Has limited motion 
D) Is partially paralyzed 
A) Has any disability 
B) Cannot ambulate 
C) Has limited motion 
D) Is partially paralyzed

Question 15

Which of the following is most appropriate when transferring a patient?

Accepted Answer

A) Lift the patient by the arms or armpits. 
B) Use a gait belt around the patient's waist always. 
C) Have the patient put her arms around your neck or on your shoulders. 
D) Tell the patient not to try to help you. 
A) Lift the patient by the arms or armpits. 
B) Use a gait belt around the patient's waist always. 
C) Have the patient put her arms around your neck or on your shoulders. 
D) Tell the patient not to try to help you.

Question 16

Which of the following should be remembered when performing range-of-motion exercises on a patient?

Accepted Answer

A) Support the limb at the joint. 
B) Do each movement only one time. 
C) Position the patient in the supine position. 
D) Use quick movements. 
E) Have the patient go past the point of pain. 
A) Support the limb at the joint. 
B) Do each movement only one time. 
C) Position the patient in the supine position. 
D) Use quick movements. 
E) Have the patient go past the point of pain.

Question 17

Which type of assistive device provides maximum assistance with balance and coordination, as well as stability and support, when the patient is standing or walking?

Accepted Answer

A) Walkers 
B) Canes 
C) Quad canes 
D) Crutches 
A) Walkers 
B) Canes 
C) Quad canes 
D) Crutches

Question 18

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes.

-hydrocollator

Accepted Answer

A)  heat 
B)  cold 
A)  heat 
B)  cold

Question 19

Which of the following best describes when the forearm or Canadian crutches are generally used?

Accepted Answer

A) For patients who require less coordination 
B) For patients who have limited strength 
C) For patients who need them long term 
D) When adaptability to stairs is needed 
E) When patients request them 
A) For patients who require less coordination 
B) For patients who have limited strength 
C) For patients who need them long term 
D) When adaptability to stairs is needed 
E) When patients request them

Question 20

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes.

-chemical ice pack

Accepted Answer

A)  heat 
B)  cold 
A)  heat 
B)  cold

Exam 32: Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Modalities

Match the joint movement with its correct description. -movement of a body part in a circular motion

Match the joint movement with its correct description. -moving the foot upward at the ankle joint

Which of the following gaits is used when both crutches and the weak leg are advanced at the same time?

Considering the information you have, what would be the best device for Mrs.Lane until she returns next week and is reevaluated?

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when a patient uses a wheelchair?

When measuring for axillary crutches, what is the elbow angle and the distance from of the top of the crutch to the armpit?

Which of the following is NOT a type of crutch prescribed for patients?

Which of the following refers to straightening a body part?

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes. -paraffin wax bath

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes. -sitz bath

A physiological benefit from massage therapy is what?

Which of the following is NOT an advantage to using a walker?

Which of the following is NOT true regarding ultrasound?

Which of the following patients would be prescribed a wheelchair?

Which of the following is most appropriate when transferring a patient?

Which of the following should be remembered when performing range-of-motion exercises on a patient?

Which type of assistive device provides maximum assistance with balance and coordination, as well as stability and support, when the patient is standing or walking?

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes. -hydrocollator

Which of the following best describes when the forearm or Canadian crutches are generally used?

Match the term with the therapeutic modalities it describes. -chemical ice pack

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