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A noxious stimulus in the part of the limb that has been removed.
Phantom pain
You have been asked to create some patient education handouts on safe walker use. Considering components of plain language, describe at least 3 considerations you would keep in mind when creating the handout.
Plain language components: person first, active voice, conversational style; bullet points for organization; visuals; short paragraphs; patient friendly lingo—simple everyday words; limit information overload
Measures the subjective intensity of pain on an 11 point scale
Numeric pain rating scale; 0=no pain; 10=worst pain ever; good for cognitive intact, those able to respond, alert, etc.
A hereditary disorder that impacts hemoglobin.
Sickle cell disease
This type of burn affects the epidermis only.
First degree burn
In this stage of cancer, the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body, and metastasis has occurred.
Stage 4
You are about to begin your therapy session with Bob. Bob’s nurse asked that you take his blood pressure before he gets up since he has not been feeling well. While laying down, his blood pressure was 125/80. After assisting Bob to sit on the side of the bed, he complains of feeling lightheaded and dizzy. You re-check his blood pressure and it now reads 90/70. What would you do next?
Orthostatic hypotension; have him lay back down; notify nurse; re-check vitals, bring up HOB slowly; have 2nd person when sitting him up or trying to stand up.
The only type of test that can make a diagnosis of osteoporosis before a fracture occurs.
Bone mineral density test (BMD) - specialized x-ray which determines the amount of bone minerals and density of a certain area of bone.
An autoimmune disease that results in hyperthyroidism.
Grave’s disease; immune system attacks the thyroid gland---makes too much thyroid hormone.
_____________ are bone cells that cause bones to dissolve and become brittle or fragile.
osteoclasts
Spinal surgery which stabilizes the spine by using bone grafts and metal rods/screws.
Spinal fusion
You are working with Joe, a 70 y/o male s/p L fronto-parietal craniotomy. Joe currently demonstrates limited alertness, has expressive aphasia and R UE/LE hemiplegia. He requires the use of a hoyer lift for transfers. You and the team are concerned about skin integrity. What are 3 specific interventions/recommendations you would make to address this?
Air mattress, ROHO cushion, tilt in space chair, Moon boots, turning schedule
An assessment that evaluates the likelihood of a patient developing a pressure ulcer.
Braden scale; looks at sensory, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, friction and shear impairment
A metabolic condition in which bone mass is reduced, causing bones to become weakened, fragile, and susceptible to fracture.
Osteoporosis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome involves compression of the ________ nerve.
median
To be considered as having progressed to AIDs, someone’s ________ count has to below _______.
CD4=T helper cells, 200
You are working with a new client who has been in an MVA, and is now experiencing PTSD. Describe at least 4 considerations/strategies you would implement into your session.
Watch for triggers; passive coping---breathing, grounding; active coping—remove from situation, walk/roll; ask permission; avoid letting them vent
Used to estimate the total body surface area impacted by a burn; divides the body into areas/percentages.
Rule of 9’s; quick estimate; can be used initially to determine treatment options and next steps.
An autoimmune disorder that is described as a progressive, systemic condition that impacts the synovial joints.
Rheumatoid arthritis
In this stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD), an individual has a glomerular filtration rate of less than 15 ml/minute, and is considered to be in kidney failure.
Stage 5
A complete blood count test (CBC) measures….
RBCs, WBCs, Hgb, Hct, platelet count; used to evaluate overall health and rule out certain conditions.
You are about to evaluate a client who has a new compression fracture as a result of osteoporosis. Describe at least 4 considerations you would keep in mind when working with this client.
Fall prevention, body mechanics and posture, promote regular weight bearing and strengthening---low impact; calcium intake; avoid flexion, lateral bending, etc.
Assesses health literacy by having clients view a nutrition label, and answer various questions based on the label.
Newest vital sign (NVS)
Occurs within 3 months of the onset of a stressor, and can be accompanied with depression, anxiety or a combination of other components. Typically resolves once the stressor, or impact of the stressor, has resolved.
Adjustment Disorder
This type of interview includes stratgies for empowering and supporting individuals to make decisions to move toward positive changes.
Motivational Interview