Aging population 2 Flashcards
what things do you assess in acute care??
assess strength, balance, functional mobility, tolerance to activity
what do you have to always be aware of when treating a pt in an acute care setting? (think bout whats by pt bedside)
ensure your treatment doesnt pull/ disconnect any wires, lead, tubes, IV’s attached to the pt!!
whats the average length of stay for a pt in acute care PT?
2-3 days, very short
What setting has the most intensive form of rehab?
a. acute inpatient
b. sub-acute
d. outpatient
a. inpatient
tx sessions can be 2-3 hours per day
rate the level of therapy intensity in acute inpatient and subacute (UPDATE THIS CARD)
Most intensive -
inpatient
acute
subacute
what is the outcomes measure commonly used in sub-acute care pt?
GG
what does it mean if someone is deemed “homebound”?
homebound= it is challenging and taxing to leave the home, may require assistance or assistive devices
basically, it is not safe for pt to be outside of the house.
what outcome and assessment measure is commonly used in home health PT?
OASIS!!!!!
what is a DNR?
DNR = do not resuscitate, if pt stops breathing or heart stops they are to NOT be revived
who is medicare for?
65 n older, or those who have a disability
Medicaid for below 65
what scale is used to monitor the intensity of tx?
RPE scale or HR
How much aerobic exercise should people get in a week?
150 minutes
according to ACSM guidelines.. how many times per week should you be addressing balance training?
2-3x /wk
what are some ways you can modify an intervention sequence to make it more challenging for the pt?
slow it down or speed it up, circuit training, dual tasking, add more resistance, eyes closed, during rest work on balance tings
