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PCM 2: EXAM 1 | 319QUESTIONS | WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
GRADED A+
PCM 2
Evatee 9/8/24 PCM 2
,PCM 2: EXAM 1 | 319 QUESTIONS | WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
Describe the function, placement on body, precautions and diagnosis used with
a external ventricular device Answer - Function: drains CSF & blood that is in
excess in the ventricle of the brain
Placement: surgically inserted into the brain
Precaution: pt's insertion pt must be in align w/ the transducer; monitor
abnormal signs (irritability, confusion, HA, vomiting)
Dx: brain injury, TBI, meningitis, hydrocephaly
What are the 3 main aspects of documentation? Answer - Clearly create
defensible documentation
Communicate to interprofessional team through documentation
Report accurately all aspect of intervention
Explain potential
difference in definition of
Acute Care Episode according
to lay person versus physical
therapist Answer -
,Describe various scenarios
in which a patient may
encounter physical therapy in
the acute care setting Answer -
Explain the benefits of early
mobility as described by Dr. Gorman and how evidence is supporting this
initiative.
List and identify results that may occur if early mobility is initiate Answer -
Prevent deconditioning
Prevent pneumonia
Prevent pressure ulcers
Improve total body function
Describe and outline how physical therapy is commonly
initiated in acute care
(6 things vary from other settings) Answer - Application of medical and
specialized knowledge
Continual dynamic assessment for rapid decision making
Focus on whole patient function
, Constant communication
Application of knowledge of various discharge settings
Adaptability within a high paced, complex and crowded environment
List and describe various healthcare team members and how they can assist in
the patient's care related to physical therapy Answer - Interactions amongst
other healthcare professionals are vital to decision making in the acute care
setting
Differentiate how a PT in acute
care may differ from an OT in
acute care Answer -
List and describe the 5 roles the PT displays as related to the overall goal of PT
in acute care, intervention, discharge planning, equipment
recommendation, and education Answer - Roles Include:
Patient safety
Tolerance to activity determination
Therapeutic interprofessional communication
Discharge planning
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