Question 1

Which area of pillow placement is most likely to contribute to a contracture of the hamstring muscles in the prone patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anterior to the thighs 
B)  Anterior to the abdomen 
C)  Posterior to the knees 
D)  Anterior to the ankles 
A)  Anterior to the thighs 
B)  Anterior to the abdomen 
C)  Posterior to the knees 
D)  Anterior to the ankles D

Question 2

Which positions of the involved upper extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prolonged shoulder adduction and internal rotation, and elbow flexion 
B)  Prolonged shoulder abduction and internal rotation, and elbow extension 
C)  Prolonged shoulder adduction and external rotation, and elbow flexion 
D)  Prolonged shoulder abduction and external rotation, and elbow extension 
A)  Prolonged shoulder adduction and internal rotation, and elbow flexion 
B)  Prolonged shoulder abduction and internal rotation, and elbow extension 
C)  Prolonged shoulder adduction and external rotation, and elbow flexion 
D)  Prolonged shoulder abduction and external rotation, and elbow extension A

Question 3

In general,how frequently should a dependent patient's positioned be changed?

Accepted Answer

A)  At least every 2 hours 
B)  At least every 4 hours 
C)  Twice per day 
D)  Once per day 
A)  At least every 2 hours 
B)  At least every 4 hours 
C)  Twice per day 
D)  Once per day A

Question 4

Which areas of the side-lying patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sternum, iliac crests, patellae, and lateral ears 
B)  Lateral ears, lateral ribs, greater trochanters, and humeral epicondyles 
C)  Occipital tuberosity, transverse processes of vertebrae, sacrum, and heels 
D)  Forehead, spines of the scapulae, lesser trochanters, and fibular heads 
A)  Sternum, iliac crests, patellae, and lateral ears 
B)  Lateral ears, lateral ribs, greater trochanters, and humeral epicondyles 
C)  Occipital tuberosity, transverse processes of vertebrae, sacrum, and heels 
D)  Forehead, spines of the scapulae, lesser trochanters, and fibular heads

Question 5

What activity is especially important for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis unless the joints are in a state of acute inflammation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Resistance training for all joints 
B)  Forceful and frequent passive stretching of the involved joints 
C)  Prolonged immobilization 
D)  Gentle and frequent active or passive movement of the involved joints 
A)  Resistance training for all joints 
B)  Forceful and frequent passive stretching of the involved joints 
C)  Prolonged immobilization 
D)  Gentle and frequent active or passive movement of the involved joints

Question 6

Which areas of a supine patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occipital tuberosity, spines of the scapula, sacrum, and heels 
B)  Acromions, lateral epicondyles, anterior iliac crests, and metatarsal heads 
C)  Posterior iliac crests, mandibular condyles, patellae, and medial malleoli 
D)  Inferior angles of the scapula, tibial tubercle, and transverse processes of the vertebrae 
A)  Occipital tuberosity, spines of the scapula, sacrum, and heels 
B)  Acromions, lateral epicondyles, anterior iliac crests, and metatarsal heads 
C)  Posterior iliac crests, mandibular condyles, patellae, and medial malleoli 
D)  Inferior angles of the scapula, tibial tubercle, and transverse processes of the vertebrae

Question 7

Which position is most detrimental to a patient with a transfemoral amputation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prolonged trunk extension 
B)  Prolonged hip adduction 
C)  Prolonged hip extension 
D)  Prolonged hip flexion 
A)  Prolonged trunk extension 
B)  Prolonged hip adduction 
C)  Prolonged hip extension 
D)  Prolonged hip flexion

Question 8

Which areas are especially prone to pressure sores in a patient who is wheelchair dependent?

Accepted Answer

A)  The mandible and knees 
B)  Acromions and dorsal surfaces of the feet 
C)  Ischial tuberosities and olecranon processes 
D)  Tibial tubercles and the occiput 
A)  The mandible and knees 
B)  Acromions and dorsal surfaces of the feet 
C)  Ischial tuberosities and olecranon processes 
D)  Tibial tubercles and the occiput

Question 9

Following a total hip replacement,what device is often used for proper positioning?

Accepted Answer

A)  An adduction pillow to prevent excessive hip adduction 
B)  A continuous passive motion machine 
C)  Lateral towel rolls to maintain hip adduction 
D)  A full-length leg cast 
A)  An adduction pillow to prevent excessive hip adduction 
B)  A continuous passive motion machine 
C)  Lateral towel rolls to maintain hip adduction 
D)  A full-length leg cast

Question 10

What is a potential adverse effect of the placement of a small bolster behind the knees of a supine patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Quadriceps and hip extensor contractures 
B)  Erector spinae and ankle dorsiflexor contractures 
C)  Iliopsoas and hamstring contractures 
D)  Hip adductor and extensor contractures 
A)  Quadriceps and hip extensor contractures 
B)  Erector spinae and ankle dorsiflexor contractures 
C)  Iliopsoas and hamstring contractures 
D)  Hip adductor and extensor contractures

Question 11

Which positions of the involved lower extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prolonged hip extension and internal rotation, and ankle dorsiflexion 
B)  Prolonged hip flexion and internal rotation, and knee extension 
C)  Prolonged hip flexion and external rotation, and ankle plantarflexion 
D)  Prolonged hip extension and external rotation, and ankle dorsiflexion 
A)  Prolonged hip extension and internal rotation, and ankle dorsiflexion 
B)  Prolonged hip flexion and internal rotation, and knee extension 
C)  Prolonged hip flexion and external rotation, and ankle plantarflexion 
D)  Prolonged hip extension and external rotation, and ankle dorsiflexion

Question 12

What information should a caregiver provide a patient before draping techniques are performed?

Accepted Answer

A)  The planned treatment 
B)  The specific position in which the person is to be treated 
C)  The specific application of the linen items, gown, robe, or other clothing desired 
D)  All of the above 
A)  The planned treatment 
B)  The specific position in which the person is to be treated 
C)  The specific application of the linen items, gown, robe, or other clothing desired 
D)  All of the above

Question 13

Which positions are most detrimental to a patient with a transtibial amputation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prolonged hip and knee extension 
B)  Prolonged hip and trunk extension 
C)  Prolonged hip and knee flexion 
D)  Prolonged hip adduction and knee extension 
A)  Prolonged hip and knee extension 
B)  Prolonged hip and trunk extension 
C)  Prolonged hip and knee flexion 
D)  Prolonged hip adduction and knee extension

Question 14

Who must be notified immediately of physical or drug-induced restraints used for a patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient's family and physical therapist 
B)  The patient's occupational and physical therapists 
C)  The patient's case manager and nurses 
D)  The patient's attending physician 
A)  The patient's family and physical therapist 
B)  The patient's occupational and physical therapists 
C)  The patient's case manager and nurses 
D)  The patient's attending physician

Question 15

Why is patient draping important?

Accepted Answer

A)  To provide for the modesty of the patient 
B)  To maintain appropriate body temperature 
C)  To provide access to areas to be treated while protecting other areas 
D)  All of the above 
A)  To provide for the modesty of the patient 
B)  To maintain appropriate body temperature 
C)  To provide access to areas to be treated while protecting other areas 
D)  All of the above

Question 16

Concerning burned or grafted burn areas,what should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

A)  Positions of comfort 
B)  Positions of mild stress or tension to the wound or graft 
C)  Frequent position changes 
D)  Active motion of the involved joints 
A)  Positions of comfort 
B)  Positions of mild stress or tension to the wound or graft 
C)  Frequent position changes 
D)  Active motion of the involved joints

Question 17

If a supine patient has a flaccid upper extremity,how should the hand be positioned?

Accepted Answer

A)  Below the heart 
B)  Above the elbow 
C)  Near the side of the body 
D)  Palm up 
A)  Below the heart 
B)  Above the elbow 
C)  Near the side of the body 
D)  Palm up

Question 18

Which exercises would help a patient bound to a wheelchair alleviate pressure on the ischial tuberosities?

Accepted Answer

A)  Biceps curls and knee extensions 
B)  Wheelchair push-ups and weight shifts 
C)  Ankle pumps and neck curls 
D)  Trunk extension isometrics 
A)  Biceps curls and knee extensions 
B)  Wheelchair push-ups and weight shifts 
C)  Ankle pumps and neck curls 
D)  Trunk extension isometrics

Question 19

Following a total knee replacement,in what position is it important to keep the affected extremity at rest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Knee flexion 
B)  Knee extension 
C)  Hip flexion 
D)  Hip extension 
A)  Knee flexion 
B)  Knee extension 
C)  Hip flexion 
D)  Hip extension

Question 20

Which areas of a prone patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occipital tuberosity, sternum, sacrum, and heels 
B)  Dorsum of the feet, spines of the scapulae, patellae, and spinous processes of the vertebrae 
C)  Acromion processes, forehead, crests of the tibias, and dorsum of the feet 
D)  Ears, greater trochanters, ischial tuberosities, and heels 
A)  Occipital tuberosity, sternum, sacrum, and heels 
B)  Dorsum of the feet, spines of the scapulae, patellae, and spinous processes of the vertebrae 
C)  Acromion processes, forehead, crests of the tibias, and dorsum of the feet 
D)  Ears, greater trochanters, ischial tuberosities, and heels

Which area of pillow placement is most likely to contribute to a contracture of the hamstring muscles in the prone patient?

Which positions of the involved upper extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

In general,how frequently should a dependent patient's positioned be changed?

Which areas of the side-lying patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

What activity is especially important for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis unless the joints are in a state of acute inflammation?

Which areas of a supine patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Which position is most detrimental to a patient with a transfemoral amputation?

Which areas are especially prone to pressure sores in a patient who is wheelchair dependent?

Following a total hip replacement,what device is often used for proper positioning?

What is a potential adverse effect of the placement of a small bolster behind the knees of a supine patient?

Which positions of the involved lower extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

What information should a caregiver provide a patient before draping techniques are performed?

Which positions are most detrimental to a patient with a transtibial amputation?

Who must be notified immediately of physical or drug-induced restraints used for a patient?

Why is patient draping important?

Concerning burned or grafted burn areas,what should be avoided?

If a supine patient has a flaccid upper extremity,how should the hand be positioned?

Which exercises would help a patient bound to a wheelchair alleviate pressure on the ischial tuberosities?

Following a total knee replacement,in what position is it important to keep the affected extremity at rest?

Which areas of a prone patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

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Features and Activities of Wheelchairs

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Exam 5: Positioning and Draping

Which area of pillow placement is most likely to contribute to a contracture of the hamstring muscles in the prone patient?

Which positions of the involved upper extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

In general,how frequently should a dependent patient's positioned be changed?

Which areas of the side-lying patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

What activity is especially important for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis unless the joints are in a state of acute inflammation?

Which areas of a supine patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Which position is most detrimental to a patient with a transfemoral amputation?

Which areas are especially prone to pressure sores in a patient who is wheelchair dependent?

Following a total hip replacement,what device is often used for proper positioning?

What is a potential adverse effect of the placement of a small bolster behind the knees of a supine patient?

Which positions of the involved lower extremity are most detrimental to a patient with hemiplegia?

What information should a caregiver provide a patient before draping techniques are performed?

Which positions are most detrimental to a patient with a transtibial amputation?

Who must be notified immediately of physical or drug-induced restraints used for a patient?

Why is patient draping important?

Concerning burned or grafted burn areas,what should be avoided?

If a supine patient has a flaccid upper extremity,how should the hand be positioned?

Which exercises would help a patient bound to a wheelchair alleviate pressure on the ischial tuberosities?

Following a total knee replacement,in what position is it important to keep the affected extremity at rest?

Which areas of a prone patient are at greatest risk for pressure sores?

Preparation Patient Care Activities

Approaches to Infection Control

Assessment of Vital Signs

Body Mechanics

Basic Exercise: Passive and Active Range of Motion

Features and Activities of Wheelchairs

Transfer Activities

Assistive Devices, Patterns, and Activities

Special Equipment and Patient Care Environments

Basic Wound Care and Specialized Interventions

Incidents and Emergencies

Americans With Disabilities Act and Environmental Assessments

Filters