Exam 2-3 Notes Flashcards
Which assistive decide would be appropriate for a 67-year-old patient who has poor balance?
Front-wheeled Walker
Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions?
Frontal/Coronal (Same)
Hip abduction takes place within which plane?
Frontal
Hip rotation takes place within which plane?
Transverse
List 3 indications for performing PROM
Promote sensory stimulation/awareness. Evaluate joint range/flexibility. Used when patient unable to perform any active exercise.
What gait pattern is used for a FWW?
Normal gait pattern, 3-point gait pattern, or modified 3-point gait pattern.
BMI
Weight divided by height squared x 703.
How does one measure for true/anatomical/functional/apparent leg discrepancy and what is one cause for this type of discrepancy?
True/Anatomical - ASIS/Medial Malleolus (Femur/Tibia Shorter)Apparent/Functional - Belly Button/Medial Malleolus (Pelvic Tilt)
White blood cells passing between cells of the capillary wall is?
Diapedesis
The slowing down of white blood cells and adhering to the capillary wall is?
Margination
Which cell is essential for the transition from the inflammatory to the proliferation/repair phase of healing?
Macrophage
The primary cell responsible for cleaning a wound of microorganisms is?
Neutrophil
All of the following are true regarding neutrophils EXCEPT?
They are not phagocytic cells.
Which of the following best describes sepsis?
The presence of pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins in the blood/tissues.
Which of the following bed types decreases pressure ulcer risk and is often used for the very obese patients?
Low Air Loss Therapy Beds
