Physical Therapy Skills Flashcard

Front

What is the proper hand grip when holding a gait belt?

Back

under hand

Front

Which of the following is a contraindication for using a gait belt? Ostomy, Gastrostomy tube, Recent surgery on lower chest or abdomen, all the above

Back

all the above

Front

For walkers, is it ok to use with patients who are unable to hold themselves up while leaning on the walker?

Back

false

Front

Which gait is used when only one leg can bear weight?

Back

3 Point Gait

Front

What is the purpose of a cane in physical therapy?

Back

To assist weak patients with poor balance

Front

How should a cane be fitted for a patient?

Back

Handle level with top of femur at hip joint

Front

Cane should be used on the unaffected side.

Back

True

Front

Elbows should be flexed at what degree for crutches, canes or walkers?

Back

25-30 degrees

Front

This gait is the most rapid and requires upper body strength.

Back

Swing through gait

Front

How far should the axilla be from the top of the crutch?

Back

2 inches