Deck 31: Pta: Prosthetics

Question 1

Which of the following strategies helps facilitate acceptance of prosthesis?

A)Peer support groups
B)Referral to counseling services
C)Calm respect for the patient by the PTA
D)All of the above

Answer 1

D

Question 2

You are observing your patient with a transtibial prosthesis ambulate and note that she has excessive knee flexion in stance phase.Which of the following is NOT a likely explanation of the problem?

A)Soft heel cushion
B)Knee flexion contracture
C)Weak quadriceps
D)Stiff heel cushion

Answer 2

A

Question 3

At what point with prosthetic socks do you request a reevaluation by the PT of socket fit?

A)Using more than 6-ply of socks
B)Using more than 12-ply of socks
C)Using more than 15-ply of socks
D)Using more than 20-ply of socks

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following is the optimal device for initial balance control with prosthetic training?

A)Parallel bars
B)Cane
C)Wall
D)Raised table or plinth

Question 5

You are observing your patient with a transfemoral prosthesis ambulate and note that she has increased lateral trunk bend in stance phase.Which of the following is NOT a likely explanation of the problem?

A)Short prosthesis
B)Contracture of hip flexors
C)Contracture of hip abductors
D)Hip pain