Locomotion Flashcards

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Examination and Assessment of patient status

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Includes:
Cognitive Status
Balance: sitting and standing
Strength
ROM
Ability to perform coordinated movements
Pain
Weight bearing status
Bed mobility
Transfers
General functional ability, physical condition, and impairments
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Goals

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improve functional mobility, enhance body functions, assist with healing (soft tissues, fractures, post-surgical recovery)

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Purpose

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provide safety and security, develop optimal gait pattern, reduce energy requirements, protect healing tissues

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