MIDTERM Flashcards
A ______ helps achieve specific programming objectives with the selected group of participating patients.
good design / program design
Key design considerations involve both ___ and ____, with emphasis on patient ___ and ______.
format and content
reconditioning and education
Two types of format
open-ended and closed design,
Programs can use either an____ or a _____ , with or without _______.
open-ended or a closed design / planned follow-up sessions
With an ______ format, patients enter the program and progress through it until they achieve certain predetermined objectives.
open-ended
There is no set time frame.
Depending on his or her condition, needs, motivation, and performance, an individual patient can complete an ____ program over weeks or months.
open-ended
This format is good for self-directed patients or patients with scheduling dif- ficulties.
open-ended
It also may be the best format for patients requiring individual attention.
Open-ended
The major drawback of the ____ format is the lack of group support and involvement.
open-ended
______ may be a factor when the program is open-ended.
insurance reimbursement
The more traditional _____ uses a set time period to cover program content.
closed design
These programs usually run 6 to 16 weeks, with classes meeting one to three times a week.
closed design
_____ may dictate how many sessions make up the program.
insurance coverage
______ covers 36 initial sessions with possible cov- erage of another 36 sessions if the patient qualifies and would benefit from the additional rehabilitation sessions.
Medicare
Class sessions usually last up to _____.
2 hours
Presentations are more formal and group support involvement is encouraged.
closed design
A major draw- back to this format is that the schedule determines program completion, rather than the objectives.
closed design
most programs allow patients to____ if the anticipated improvements are not achieved.
reenroll
Regardless of the format used, long-term improvements cannot be expected without_______
planned follow-up.
_____ must be ongoing and available to all patients who complete the program
Follow-up
Frequently, this essential element of the process is difficult, especially when it is not covered by most _______, but program coordinators must ensure that it is routinely ______.
insurance plans / scheduled
_______ could be open-ended (available during regular rehabilitation sessions and offering open attendance) or could be scheduled weekly, monthly, bimonthly, or quarterly. The important thing is to have some type of _____ available.
Follow-up or reinforcement / follow-up
The _____ of the rehabilitation program usually combines physical reconditioning with education activities.
content
Programs providing ________alone are unlikely to be effective.
reconditioning or education
the ideal rehabilitation session should last about _____.
2 hours
____, ______ and _____dictate session length.
Group size, available equipment, and group interaction
Patients should arrive _______ before a scheduled session to allow for infor- mal group interaction and support.
10 to 15 minutes
Classes should begin on____ and ______ as scheduled.
time and conclude promptly
_______ should be brief and to the point.
Educational presentations
The use of ____ or _____ should enhance understanding.
audiovisuals or demonstrations
To facilitate patient comprehension, the ______ should be simple and unnecessary technical terms or concepts should be avoided.
language