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Lab Practical C (ESTHR, HiVolt, Micro) Flashcards

1
Q

What is the indication for HiVolt and Microcurrent Therapy?

A

Stimulate healing

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What are 2 indications for Hi Volt only?

A

Reduce edema

Decrease spasm/guarding

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What are the 1st 5 contraindications for HiVolt and Microcurrent?

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Osteomyelitis
Cancer
Electronic implants
Anterior cervical area
Through the chest
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What are the 2nd 5 contraindications for HiVolt and Microcurrent Therapy?

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Through the head
Over metal implants
Lumbopelvic area of pregos 
Areas of hemorrhage
Unknown etiology
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5
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What is the electrode placement for HiVolt therapy (active vs dispersal)?

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  • -Active electrode (larger) placed in the area of the injury
  • -Dispersal electrode (smaller) placed proximal to the active electrode
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6
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What polarity is used for the Inflammatory Phase and what cells are attracted?

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+ polarity; attracts neutrophils and macrophages

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What polarity is used for the Repair/Remodeling Phase and what cells are attracted?

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  • polarity; attracts fibroblasts, epidermal cells, and keratinocytes
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What polarity is used to reduce edema and what cells are attracted?

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  • polarity; repels short peptides and small proteins
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What polarity is used for fighting infections and what cells are attracted?

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+ and - polarity; change polarity every 3 days

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What EPA is used for healing in the acute phase?

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+ Hi Volt 1-200 Hz; 1 electrode over wound w/ dispersal pad proximal

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What EPA is used for healing in the repair phase or edema reduction?

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  • HiVolt 1-200 Hz; 1 electrode over wound w/ dispersal pad proximal
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12
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What EPA is used for healing an open wound?

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Microcurrent; 2 electrodes placed around wound

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13
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What is the intensity for HiVolt?

A

Patient comfort

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14
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What is the intensity for Microcurrent?

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Subsensory

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15
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What is the treatment time for HiVolt or Microcurrent?

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20 minutes

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16
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Patient presents w/ strained bicep w/in last 24 hours, what EPA would be used?

A

+ HiVolt 1-200 Hz; 2 electrodes (1 over wound other proximal)

17
Q

Patient presents w/ rolled ankle occurring 3 days ago, what EPA is used?

A
  • HiVolt 1-200 Hz; 2 electrodes (1 over wound other proximal)
18
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Patient presents w/ lacerated forearm occurring 7 days ago. What EPA is used?

A

Microcurrent continuous; 2 electrodes over or around wound

Passive Care Final (563) (11 decks)

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