class 7: non-systems 2

Question 1

what is the 8 min rule

Answer 1

used to calculate the number of units of therapy services that can be billed

A single unit of a time-based service
can be billed if at least 8 minutes of
direct service are provided

Question 2

Time-based codes

Answer 2

Billed based on the actual time spent providing a service

(e.g., Therapeutic exercises, therapeutic activities, manual therapy)

Question 3

what are Service-based codes:

Answer 3

Billed per service, regardless of the time spent

(e.g., Evaluations, unattended electrical stimulation)

Question 4

1 unit

Answer 4

8 - 22 minutes

Question 5

2 units:

Answer 5

23 - 37 minutes

Question 6

how do we get to increase units

Answer 6

adding 15-minute increments
for each additional unit.

Question 7

what is The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Answer 7

IDEA is a federal law in the United States that ensures children
with disabilities are provided with Free Appropriate Public
Education (FAPE) tailored to their individual needs.

Question 8

what is Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer 8

The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against
individuals with disabilities.

The purpose of the law is to make sure that people with disabilities
have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.

Question 9

Prosthetic K-levels - what is it

Answer 9

K-levels are a way of categorizing the functional level of individuals who use prosthetic devices, particularly lower limb prosthetics.

Question 10

Prosthetic K-levels K-0

Answer 10

No ability to ambulate or transfer safely with or without assistance.

Wheelchair bound individual.

no pro

Question 11

Prosthetic K-levels: K-1

Answer 11

Can perform transfers or ambulation on level surfaces at a fixed cadence.

Household mobility.

Single-axis ankle and knee joints.

Question 12

Prosthetic K-levels: K-2

Answer 12

Can traverse low-level environmental barriers such as curbs, stairs, or uneven surfaces.

Limited community mobility.

Constant friction mechanism at knee and multi axial foot.

Question 13

Prosthetic K-levels: K-3

Answer 13

Can use variable cadence and traverse most environmental
barriers.

Unlimited community mobility.

Variable friction mechanism at knee and multi axial foot.

Question 14

Prosthetic K-levels: K-4

Answer 14

High-level ambulation skills, including running, and participation in sports.

Advanced microprocessor-controlled knees, dynamic
response feet designed for high-performance activities.

Question 15

Seizures - Recognition

Answer 15

• Aura
• Sudden unresponsiveness or LOC
• Muscle jerking or twitching
• Stiffening of muscles or loss of muscle tone
• Incontinence

Question 16

what should be the Response to a seizure

Answer 16

• Remove any nearby objects that could cause injury, such as furniture, sharp items, or hard surfaces.
• Gently turn the person onto their side
• Note the time when the seizure starts and ends.
• If it lasts longer than 5 minutes, call
  emergency services immediately.

Question 17

Concussions - signs

Answer 17

• Headache
• Nausea
• Balance problems
• Fatigue
• Blurred vision
• Sensitivity to light or noise
• Numbness or tingling
• Cognitive, emotional, and
  sleep-related deficits

Question 18

Concussions - response

Answer 18

• Stop Activity Immediately
• Monitor for any worsening symptoms.
• Consult a healthcare professional promptly for a thorough evaluation, even if symptoms seem mild.

Question 19

concussion - When to Seek Emergency Medical Help

Answer 19

• Loss of consciousness
• Repeated vomiting
• Severe headache
• Seizures
• Unequal pupil size
• Prolonged confusion
• Slurred speech
• Weakness or numbness
• Unusual behavior
• Difficulty waking Up

Question 20

Moderate dehydration: signs

Answer 20

very dry mouth, cracked lips, headache, sunken eyes, poor skin turgor, and postural hypotension.

Question 21

Severe dehydration: signs

Answer 21

Rapid and weak pulse, confusion, lethargy, rapid breathing, Seizures and inability to urinate or cry.