Usahs adult test unit 3 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

USAHS Pathophysiology Unit 3 Test Questions with All Correct Answers What is signal pathway modulation? - Answer- When one ligand can trigger two different responses; this is determined by receptor type and intracellular pathways, NOT the ligand What is an example of signal pathway modulation? - Answer- Blood vessels constricting or dilating depending on their receptor type Define tonic control (of homeostatic reflex pathways) - Answer- Variations in the intensity of the agent, yet the...

What are characteristics of an inpatient rehab? - ANSWER - Pt. receive active and ongoing intervention from multiple therapies - Therapy for minimum of 3 hours/day for 5 days/week - Pt. must be medically stable at time of admission - 60% of clients must have a DX within centers for Medicare and Medicaid services 13 dx groups.

What can OT help with after a burn injury? - ANSWER - ADL training/return to role fulfillment - Bathing and wound care/healing - AAROM/contracture mgmt. - Scare tissue mgmt. - Compression garments - Orthotic mgmt. - Caregiver training

Activity tolerance and occupational performance is measured by? - ANSWER - Borg rating of perceived exertion - MET chart - Documentation - Grade of activity