Smart Goals & Values Based Behaviors
What does S.M.A.R.T. stand for?
Specific
Measurable
Applicable
Reachable
Timely
Chronic heart failure may benefit from what kind of physical therapy.
Cardiopulmonary physical therapy
When in a clinical setting, if a PTA as questions who can they ask for guidance?
PT
Other PTAs
Direct supervisor
What phase of test taking sure students answer all questions they are confident that they know?
First
Give an example of a type of manual therapy you may perform on a patient
Manipulation, massage, mobilization
Why is lifelong learning a priority for PTAs?
Because health care changes and your employment setting may change.
In what setting might you use an IEP (individual learning plan)? What does an IEP contain?
School based setting. It contains goals, goal dates, and patient history.
What does risk management do for an organization?
It limits the threat of legal liability.
What is a learning style?
A preferred method of learning for an individual.
Give an example of a type of biophysical agent.
Ice, heat, ultrasound
If you re-arrange your schedule for a patient that is having difficulty making an appointment, what values based behavior are you demonstrating?
Altruism
Home Health or OP therapy
Where would you find information regarding your facilities dress code?
Policy and Procedure Manual
If you suspect a patient is being abused, what authorities should you contact?
Police, DCFS, APS, the PT, and your direct supervisor.
Give an example of two types of strengthening exercises.
Isometric, Isokinetic, Isotonic
If you are arriving late to work regularly you are not performing in which area of values based behaviors?
Duty
Geriatrics is an area of therapy that deals with what group of people?
Name 3 ways to be prepared for an interview.
Dress nicely, have resume prepared, have questions to ask.
Harper has multiple kinds of Student Support Services available on campus. List 3
Anatomy Lab
Writing Center
Testing Center
Study groups/Tables
Library assistance
Why would PROM be used as a treatment technique?
To prevent injury to a recent surgical site and to improve ROM in a patient that can not attain the range independently.
Why is it important to have measurable goals?
So you know if you have achieved the goal.
Can PTAs hold specialized certifications such as wound care specialists?
Yes
Why do clinics perform peer review of documentation?
To improve quality of care, to prevent over utilization of resources, to improve documentation, to allow therapists to learn from each other, and to maintain high professional standards.
Name two methods beneficial for a visual learner to enhance their learning.
Use graphics, watch videos, review demonstrations, write notes.
How could you make shoulder abduction gravity neutral?
Have the patient lay supine.