Study Guide Flashcards
What is the correct order for donning PPE?
wash hands, Gown, mask or respirator, goggles or face shield, gloves.
What are isolation precautions?
Measures taken to prevent the spread of diseases by separating infected patients from others.
Define dyspnea.
Difficulty or labored breathing.
What does COAST stand for in goal setting?
Client, Occupation, Assist level, Specific conditions, Timeline.
What does SOAP in SOAP notes stand for?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan.
What are normal vital signs for adults?
Blood pressure
Heart rate
Respiratory Rate
& Temperature
Blood pressure: <120/80 mmHg, Heart rate: 60-100 bpm, Respiratory rate: 12-20 breaths per minute, Temperature: 98.6°F (37°C).
What are the symptoms of DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)?
Swelling, pain, redness, warmth in the affected leg.
How should you respond to suspected DVT?
Seek immediate medical attention, avoid massaging the area, keep the leg elevated.
What are the 4 stages of decubitus ulcers?
Stage 1: Redness, Stage 2: Blister or open sore, Stage 3: Deep wound, Stage 4: Large-scale tissue loss.
OT interventions for decubitus ulcers?
Pressure relief, positioning, wound care education, use of support surfaces.
What is a safe position orthosis?
A device that maintains a joint in a safe and functional position to prevent contractures.
Define low load prolonged stretch.
A technique that applies a gentle, consistent stretch to tissues over a prolonged period to increase flexibility.
Purpose of a dynamic splinting outrigger at 90-degree angle?
To provide controlled motion while maintaining correct alignment.
What is the purpose of a static orthosis?
To immobilize a joint or body part to allow for healing.
What is a Giv Mohr sling used for?
To support and align the shoulder and arm post-stroke or injury.
Common complications of elbow fractures?
Stiffness, malunion, nerve damage, arthritis.
OT interventions for elbow fractures?
Splinting, range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises, pain management.
What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow.
Evaluation methods for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Tinel’s sign, elbow flexion test, nerve conduction studies.
Interventions for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Activity modification, splinting, nerve gliding exercises, surgery if severe.
What is a Colles’ fracture?
A fracture of the distal radius with dorsal displacement.
Complications of Colles’ fracture?
Stiffness, nerve injury, tendon rupture, arthritis.
Interventions for Colles’ fracture?
Casting, splinting, range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises.
How is ROM (Range of Motion) documented?
By measuring the degrees of movement in a joint using a goniometer.