plan of care

Question 1

what is a plan of care (POC)

Answer 1

overall management strategy of the PT to accomplish the stated patient goals

Question 2

Episode of care

Answer 2

specific diagnosis for which they are coming to the discharge for that diagnosis or set of events

Question 3

Direct interventions

Answer 3

the main component of Tx in enough detail for another PT/PTA to follow

Question 4

ex. of reflecting skilled PT services requirement

Answer 4

gait training to facilitate improved step length and balance for safe community ambulation

Question 5

a daily note (POC) should include

Answer 5

interventions/progression planned 
changes
specific plans for re-eval
Specific aspects to monitor 
precautions 
specific parameters (to be modified, followed or changed) 
a PT or PTA should be able to follow

Question 6

Patient modifications for paraplegia

Answer 6

MMT -where do they have function and where do they not
sensory
limited mobility and stability

Question 7

Patient modifications for recent colostomy

Answer 7

avoid incision/bag with gait belt
avoid/limit prone position and (L) side-lying
caution with bed mobility and transfer

Question 8

focus when you only see the pt for one visit

Answer 8

most crucial tests and measures, focus on intervention and home management
POC should include all additional resources and referrals