Assessment Techniques in Physiotherapy

What is the primary purpose of patient assessment in physiotherapy?

• To diagnose the patient's mental health issues.

• To evaluate the patient's physical condition and develop a tailored treatment plan.

• To perform surgery on the patient's injury.

• To prescribe medication for pain relief.

What is the significance of taking a patient's medical history during assessment?

• It ensures the patient feels comfortable during the examination.

• It provides a list of medications the patient has taken recently.

• It allows the patient to choose their preferred treatment method.

• It helps in understanding the patient's health background and informs diagnosis and treatment.

List three key components of a cardiopulmonary evaluation.

• 1. Medical history assessment, 2. Physical examination, 3. Diagnostic tests

• Lung capacity assessment

• Blood pressure measurement

• Heart rate monitoring

How can a physiotherapist assess a patient's respiratory function?

• By conducting physical exams, spirometry, auscultation, and measuring oxygen saturation.

• By conducting psychological evaluations

• By prescribing medication only

• By performing surgery

What role does palpation play in patient assessment?

• Palpation is used to measure blood pressure accurately.

• Palpation helps assess the condition of tissues and organs by providing tactile feedback on abnormalities.

• Palpation is a technique for administering medications.

• Palpation is primarily for psychological assessments.

Explain the importance of functional testing in physiotherapy assessments.

• Functional testing is not necessary for rehabilitation planning.

• Functional testing is important in physiotherapy assessments as it evaluates a patient's ability to perform daily activities, identifies limitations, and guides personalized rehabilitation.

• It focuses solely on muscle strength assessment.

• Functional testing is only relevant for athletes.

What are the signs of respiratory distress that a physiotherapist should look for?

• Frequent coughing

• High blood pressure

• Increased appetite

• Signs of respiratory distress include tachypnea, use of accessory muscles, nasal flaring, cyanosis, wheezing, and decreased oxygen saturation.

How can heart rate and blood pressure be used in cardiopulmonary evaluations?

• These metrics are used solely for diagnosing diabetes.

• They only indicate physical fitness levels.

• Heart rate and blood pressure are irrelevant in cardiopulmonary evaluations.

• Heart rate and blood pressure help assess cardiovascular health and identify potential heart or lung issues.

What is the purpose of using outcome measures in physiotherapy assessments?

• To objectively evaluate patient progress and treatment effectiveness.

• To provide subjective feedback from the patient.

• To increase the duration of therapy sessions.

• To determine the cost of treatment options.

What is the role of patient education in physiotherapy?

• To solely focus on the patient's medical history.

• To discourage patients from asking questions.

• To provide entertainment during therapy sessions.

• To inform patients about their treatment options and encourage active participation in their recovery.