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[Show more]Orthotic external appliance worn to restrict or assist motion or transfer load from one area to another 
 
Splint an orthosis meant for temporary use 
 
orthotist designs, fabricates and fits orthoses 
 
Goals of orthoses maintain or correct body segment alignment, assist or resist joint motion, axi...
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Add to cartOrthotic external appliance worn to restrict or assist motion or transfer load from one area to another 
 
Splint an orthosis meant for temporary use 
 
orthotist designs, fabricates and fits orthoses 
 
Goals of orthoses maintain or correct body segment alignment, assist or resist joint motion, axi...
Which type of nerve is typically unaffected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy? Aural 
 
Which of the following is an anticonvulsant commonly used to treat the effects of peripheral neurpathy? Gabapentin 
 
The ABC Credential Holder must receive a ____________ from a physician or other licensed healt...
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Add to cartWhich type of nerve is typically unaffected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy? Aural 
 
Which of the following is an anticonvulsant commonly used to treat the effects of peripheral neurpathy? Gabapentin 
 
The ABC Credential Holder must receive a ____________ from a physician or other licensed healt...
Patients recovering from Guillian-Barre syndrome experience motor function return in which pattern? 
a) Asymmetrical 
b) Distal to Proximal 
c) Proximal to distal 
d) Unilateral C 
 
Inadequate strength of the gastrocnemius results in which of the following gait deficiencies? 
a) Foot slap @ lo...
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Add to cartPatients recovering from Guillian-Barre syndrome experience motor function return in which pattern? 
a) Asymmetrical 
b) Distal to Proximal 
c) Proximal to distal 
d) Unilateral C 
 
Inadequate strength of the gastrocnemius results in which of the following gait deficiencies? 
a) Foot slap @ lo...
what is the purpose of an orthotic evaluation -to improve pts QOL 
 
goals of an orthotist -improve function (primary purpose) 
-1st step: determine the most appropriate appliance for an individual according to their functional activity limitations 
-optimize function: dressing, bathing, eating, hyg...
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Add to cartwhat is the purpose of an orthotic evaluation -to improve pts QOL 
 
goals of an orthotist -improve function (primary purpose) 
-1st step: determine the most appropriate appliance for an individual according to their functional activity limitations 
-optimize function: dressing, bathing, eating, hyg...
ultimately the frequency of helmet recertification & reconditioning is up the discretion of the athletic trainer. however, if no warranty exists or after the warranty expires, how often must helmets be recertified & reconditioned using a vendor approved by the national operating committee on standar...
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Add to cartultimately the frequency of helmet recertification & reconditioning is up the discretion of the athletic trainer. however, if no warranty exists or after the warranty expires, how often must helmets be recertified & reconditioned using a vendor approved by the national operating committee on standar...
indications for orthotic prescription 1. stabilization/support 
2. functional 
3. protective 
4. corrective 
 
what is the purpose of this orthotic? protective 
 
what is the purpose of a swedish knee cage? prevents knee hyperextension 
 
purpose of ankle air cast: - prevents inversion & eversion o...
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Add to cartindications for orthotic prescription 1. stabilization/support 
2. functional 
3. protective 
4. corrective 
 
what is the purpose of this orthotic? protective 
 
what is the purpose of a swedish knee cage? prevents knee hyperextension 
 
purpose of ankle air cast: - prevents inversion & eversion o...
What is the best course of action when a long time patient asks to be referred to another practitioner? B. Provide him with a list of certified practitioners 
 
A 75 year old, quadruple bypass, obese patient who is also a transfemoral amputee come to you with a prescription for a suction socket with...
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Add to cartWhat is the best course of action when a long time patient asks to be referred to another practitioner? B. Provide him with a list of certified practitioners 
 
A 75 year old, quadruple bypass, obese patient who is also a transfemoral amputee come to you with a prescription for a suction socket with...
All of the following is true of the Skeletal System except: 
It protects our internal organs, It produces both RBC & WBC, It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals, or It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system? it acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
 
T/F: Babies have more bones than ad...
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Add to cartAll of the following is true of the Skeletal System except: 
It protects our internal organs, It produces both RBC & WBC, It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals, or It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system? it acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
 
T/F: Babies have more bones than ad...
Patient records should be kept in locked cabinets outside of patient access areas 
 
understanding patients expectations relative to outcomes is an important fitting consideration 
 
the function of the skeletal system is to provide a flexible framework and to manufacture red blood cells 
 
ligament...
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Add to cartPatient records should be kept in locked cabinets outside of patient access areas 
 
understanding patients expectations relative to outcomes is an important fitting consideration 
 
the function of the skeletal system is to provide a flexible framework and to manufacture red blood cells 
 
ligament...
All of the following is true of the Skeletal System except: a. It protects our internal organs 
b. It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals 
C. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
d. It produces both red and white blood cells 
 
Short bones are typically found in these areas: a. Wrists...
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Add to cartAll of the following is true of the Skeletal System except: a. It protects our internal organs 
b. It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals 
C. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
d. It produces both red and white blood cells 
 
Short bones are typically found in these areas: a. Wrists...
Strongest material for AFO Propoly 
 
Elements needed room Stool, exam table, mirror, chair with arms, parallel bars 
 
Decrease pathogens Wear gloves, masks, gown 
 
Who should you ask about pathogens? Red cross, local hospital 
 
Patient surveys should be done how often? Every 18 months 
 
Patient...
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Add to cartStrongest material for AFO Propoly 
 
Elements needed room Stool, exam table, mirror, chair with arms, parallel bars 
 
Decrease pathogens Wear gloves, masks, gown 
 
Who should you ask about pathogens? Red cross, local hospital 
 
Patient surveys should be done how often? Every 18 months 
 
Patient...
What is the primary function of the Trapezius left and right Elevate the shoulders 
 
In fitting spinal orthoses, what is an important measurement left and right? A very snug full hip measurment 
 
What's the landmark for the anterior inferior margin of any spinal or abdominal support? At the level...
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Add to cartWhat is the primary function of the Trapezius left and right Elevate the shoulders 
 
In fitting spinal orthoses, what is an important measurement left and right? A very snug full hip measurment 
 
What's the landmark for the anterior inferior margin of any spinal or abdominal support? At the level...
All of the following is true of the skeletal system except: 
A. It protects our internal organs 
B. It produces both red and white blood cells 
C. It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals 
D. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system D. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
 
T/F: Bab...
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Add to cartAll of the following is true of the skeletal system except: 
A. It protects our internal organs 
B. It produces both red and white blood cells 
C. It acts as a storehouse for certain minerals 
D. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system D. It acts as a filter for the lymphatic system 
 
T/F: Bab...
Which of the following patients is likely to be helped by a lumbosacral corset? 
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain 
2. a thin person w/ sciatica) 
3. an obese person w/ sciatica 
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis 
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. A. 
 
An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx tha...
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Add to cartWhich of the following patients is likely to be helped by a lumbosacral corset? 
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain 
2. a thin person w/ sciatica) 
3. an obese person w/ sciatica 
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis 
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. A. 
 
An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx tha...
What muscles make up the hamstrings semimembranosus, semitendinosis, bicep femoris 
 
Chondromalasis patella may be caused by over pronated foot, weak vastus medialis obliquis, weak gluestus medius 
 
What is Bursistis Inflammation of the bursa, causing swelling and pain 
 
What are bursa fluid fill...
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Add to cartWhat muscles make up the hamstrings semimembranosus, semitendinosis, bicep femoris 
 
Chondromalasis patella may be caused by over pronated foot, weak vastus medialis obliquis, weak gluestus medius 
 
What is Bursistis Inflammation of the bursa, causing swelling and pain 
 
What are bursa fluid fill...
What are the Four Groups of Tissue? Epithelial, Connective, Nervous, Blood 
 
What are the Seven Organ Systems? Skeletal 
Muscular 
Nervous 
Circulatory 
Respiratory 
Visceral (Abdominal) 
Lymphatic 
 
Anatomic Position Erect body, with feet together and the palms of the hands facing forward. 
 
Med...
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Add to cartWhat are the Four Groups of Tissue? Epithelial, Connective, Nervous, Blood 
 
What are the Seven Organ Systems? Skeletal 
Muscular 
Nervous 
Circulatory 
Respiratory 
Visceral (Abdominal) 
Lymphatic 
 
Anatomic Position Erect body, with feet together and the palms of the hands facing forward. 
 
Med...
How many regions is the foot divided into and what are the names of the anatomical divisions? There are (3) regions of the foot known as : Forefoot, Midfoot, Hindfoot 
 
What bones make up the Hindfoot? talus and calcaneus 
 
What bones make up the midfoot? navicular, cuboid, 3 cuneiforms (medial, i...
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Add to cartHow many regions is the foot divided into and what are the names of the anatomical divisions? There are (3) regions of the foot known as : Forefoot, Midfoot, Hindfoot 
 
What bones make up the Hindfoot? talus and calcaneus 
 
What bones make up the midfoot? navicular, cuboid, 3 cuneiforms (medial, i...
How many regions is the foot divided into and what are the names of the anatomical divisions? There are (3) regions of the foot known as : Forefoot, Midfoot, Hindfoot 
 
What bones make up the Hindfoot? talus and calcaneus 
 
What bones make up the midfoot? navicular, cuboid, 3 cuneiforms (medial, i...
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Add to cartHow many regions is the foot divided into and what are the names of the anatomical divisions? There are (3) regions of the foot known as : Forefoot, Midfoot, Hindfoot 
 
What bones make up the Hindfoot? talus and calcaneus 
 
What bones make up the midfoot? navicular, cuboid, 3 cuneiforms (medial, i...
What are indications for compression stockings? Burns, dependent edema, lymphadema 
 
What are the 6 main things to look for when assessing for circulation? Skin color 
Skin integrity 
Skin quality 
Capillary refill 
Pulse 
Temperature 
 
4 variations in skin color? Pallor 
Rubar 
Cyanosis 
Mott...
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Add to cartWhat are indications for compression stockings? Burns, dependent edema, lymphadema 
 
What are the 6 main things to look for when assessing for circulation? Skin color 
Skin integrity 
Skin quality 
Capillary refill 
Pulse 
Temperature 
 
4 variations in skin color? Pallor 
Rubar 
Cyanosis 
Mott...
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