Adults Final Review

Question 1

Following SCI, all 26 dermatomes are tested to assess sensory function.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Tendosis is short-term inflammation.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Which monofilament size indicates loss of protective sensation during Semmes-Weinstein testing?

Accepted Answer

5.07

Question 4

Pt at Ranch Level V is distractible, confabulates, & needs redirection during tasks. What strategy is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use repetition and external cues in a structured environment

Question 5

A patient with a C6 spinal cord injury is most likely to have which of the following functional abilities?

Accepted Answer

Independent use of a manual wheelchair with grip aids

Question 6

Pt with a GCS score of 7 demon's s/s of severe TBI. What is the MOST functional concern in the early stages of recovery?

Accepted Answer

Inability to perform basic ADLs independently

Question 7

A client with a C7 SCI wants to dress independently. Which ability makes this feasible?

Accepted Answer

Elbow extension and some wrist flexion

Question 8

A patient with orthostatic hypertension feels dizzy when standing quickly. What is the BEST intervention?

Accepted Answer

Wear compression garments

Question 9

Your pt works as a flight attendant & complains of pain w/ overhead reaching. Which clinical test is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Neer's

Question 10

Clinical testing for TOS is only reliable for neurological involvement?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 11

When evaluating a shoulder, which scapular bony anatomy is an important landmark?

Accepted Answer

Inferior angle

Question 12

Pt w/ progressive MS has ↑ spasticity, ↓ coordination, & poor balance during LB dressing. What’s the BEST intervention?

Accepted Answer

Use a reacher/dressing stick seated

Question 13

A patient presents following a blistering burn to the palms of her hands. What type of burn is this?

Accepted Answer

Superficial partial-thickness

Question 14

Your patient is 12 wks s/p distal radius fx w/ ORIF and nearing DC. Which task is most appropriate at this time?

Accepted Answer

Pushing a weighting shopping cart

Question 15

Signs and symptoms of neurogenic shock include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

bradycardia, hypotension, hypothermia

Question 16

A person living with cubital tunnel would have greatest difficulty in which of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

Manipulating a key

Question 17

Grading down for desensitization would start with the smooth or softest texture.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 18

Heterotrophic ossification is common at which joint?

Accepted Answer

Elbow

Question 19

A client with a T4 spinal cord injury shows sudden high BP and sweating. What is the first action the OT should take?

Accepted Answer

Check for noxious stimuli

Question 20

Which of the following tasks would be most difficult for someone living with chronic carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Tripod pinch when writing

Question 21

What does the Glasgow Coma Scale refer to?

Accepted Answer

Consciousness

Question 22

The most appropriate intervention for someone with a 6.65 Semmes Weinstein is...

Accepted Answer

Education for safety

Question 23

Which of the following is most appropriate to introduce to a very stiff hand?

Accepted Answer

Tendon glides

Question 24

A client is at Rancho Los Amigos Level VI after a moderate TBI. Which OT intervention is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Structured ADL tasks with verbal cues

Question 25

Which bone takes the longest to heal?

Accepted Answer

Scaphoid

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