Chapter 7: Client Intake & Assessment

Question 1

What are the 4 Assessment Types:

Answer 1

1. Client Intake- Collects valuable subjective information about the client.
2. Static Postural Assessment-Observation of a client’s structural alignment when standing still.
3. Movement Assessment- Transitional and dynamic assessments that evaluate a client’s dynamic posture.
4. Mobility Assessment- Used to identify deficits in joint range of motion and refine prior observations.

Question 2

Which of the following common scenarios is responsible for creating LPHC postural imbalances in a large portion of the greater population?

Answer 2

Extended periods of sitting

Question 3

What assessment tool should be used first to qualify a new client for an increase in physical activity?

Answer 3

PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionaire

Question 4

In which component of a client intake screen would the question, “Do you feel like your work day is mentally stressful?” be most appropriate to ask?

Answer 4

Occupation

Question 5

Knee injuries can cause a decrease in neural control to muscles that stabilize which two joints?

Answer 5

Patellofemoral and tibiofemoral

Question 6

What is the long-term impact that repeated heavy lifting can have on the kinetic chain?

Answer 6

Synergistic Dominance

Question 7

What are the key components of the Cumulative Injury Cycle?

Answer 7

Tissue trauma, inflammation, muscle spasms, and adhesions