CP 1 Flashcards
4 key fundamental of progressive mobility
1). dependence to independence 2). as much as possible, as normally as possible 3). control centrally, direct distally 4). stability to mobility
Types of Loads
Tension, compression, distraction, shear, bending, torsion, combined
define base of support
contact area of an object with its supporting surface
define static stability
property of maintaining and controlling the body’s orientation in space, usually by keeping the COM within the BOS
define stabilization
ability to hold one attachment site while allowing the other attachment sit to move
what is controlled mobility?
occurs when the COM intentionally moves beyond the BOS and then back within the BOS
what moves in an open kinetic chain movement?
distal segment
what move in a closed kinetic chain movement
proximal segment
what spinous process can be felt at the level of the scapular spine?
T3
what spinous process can be felt at the level of the inferior angle of scapula?
T7
where would you find T12?
bottom of rib cage
where would you find L4?
level to iliac crest
where would you find S2?
at the level of the PSIS
Draping provides ______
1). access to areas of the body for exam and trx 2). protection of pt’s modesty and dignity 3). pt comfort and warmth 4). protection of vulnerable sites 5). protection of pt’s clothing
goals of short-term pt positioning
safety, comfort, therapist access
things to consider for short-term pt positioning
primary (ideal position) vs alternative, normal spinal curves
supine positioning considerations
neck position, pillow under knees, arms folded across chest
prone positioning considerations
support head and neck, pillow under belly and ankle
side lying considerations
head/neck position, hips (place pillow under side), bend knees (place pillow/towel between)
short-term sitting considerations
feet and knee position (consider bolster), arm position,
Long-term pt positioning goals/considerations
safety (open airways/falls) prevention (ulcers/contractures etc.), comfort (spine alignment/pressure)
preventing pressure ulcers
reposition pt, max of 2 hrs in 1 position in bed, max of 15 min in one position while seated
preventing contractures
reposition frequently, flexion contractures are most common, avoid positions of comfort
long-term positioning checklist (1-5)
1). clear airway 2). good spinal alignment 3). minimized pressure over bony prominences 4). minimized gravity creating shearing forces 5). cushioned support surfaces
long term positioning checklist (5-10)
6). immobile extremities elevated 7). joint and soft-tissue contractures prevented 8). trunk and extremities supported and stabilized 9). positioned to optimize interaction with environment 10). special needs accommodated
long-term positioning sitting guidelines
approximate 90 degrees (for hip, knee and ankle), avoid sacral sitting, support arms
Assistance levels
1). Independent (I) 2). Supervision 3). close guarding (stand-by assist) 4). Contact guarding 5). minimum assistance 6). moderate assistance 7). maximum assistance 8). dependent
difference between close guarding and contact guarding?
close guarding (hands raised but not touching pt) contact guarding (hands on, not giving any assistance)
Weight bearing status
1). full weight bearing (FWB) 2). Partial weight bearing (PWB) 3). Toe-touch weight bearing (TTWB) 4). Non-weight bearing (NWB)
which weight bearing status is utilized only for balance assistance?
toe-touch/touch down weight bearing
Elements of bed mobility
1). scooting up and down 2). scooting sideways 3). rolling: supine to side lying 4). supine to sit 5). scooting in sitting
things to remember when providing assistance in bed mobility
1). maintain good body mechanics 2). use bed height to your advantage 3). utilize draw sheet 4). direct distally, control centrally
Lateral sheet transfer
move a dependent pt form one bed to another while laying down
vertical lift
quickly transfer an unconscious pt from wheelchair to bed
pivot transfer
squat pivot and stand pivot
squat piot
pt often requires higher level of assist, doesn’t achieve fully extended position, complete in one motion
stand pivot
pt often requires less assistance, achieves full extension, standing allows for a pause mid-transfer
why would you utilize a transfer board?
easier on clinician, teaches pt how to be more independent
what are the 4 internationally recognized vital signs?
HR, BP, respiratory rate, temperature
other vital measures
pain, pulse oximetry, PRE
what HR is considered tachycardic?
>110 bpm
what HR is considered bradycardic?
<60 bpm
difference between sign and symptom?
sign - objectivesymptom - subjective
HR after a long rest
basal HR
HR while sitting still/relaxing
resting HR
HR during an intervention
periactivity HR
HR 1-3 minutes following intervention
Recovery pulse rate
what is patency?
presence of a pulse, indicates blood is getting to where it needs to
other signs of poor patency?
loss of hair, dry/flaky skin, muscle atrophy, skin temperature changes, blanching
what is Peripheral arterial disease?
intermittent claudication especially in lower extremities with activity