As the Physical Therapist Is Evaluating the Patient's Progress Toward

question 4

Multiple Choice

As the physical therapist is evaluating the patient's progress toward documented outcome goals,it is noted that the patient is not progressing as anticipated.What is the most appropriate question for the therapist to ask?

• A)How did the patient's goals relate to the institution's goals?
• B)Was this patient appropriate for physical therapy intervention?
• C)Were the goals and outcomes realistic for this patient?
• D)Should I document the patient's status at this time?

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Definitions:

Perceiver

An individual or entity that observes, receives, and interprets information or stimuli.

Perception

The process by which individuals interpret and organize sensation to produce a meaningful experience of the world.

Similarity Error

A type of perception error where individuals inaccurately assess others based on perceived similarities to themselves, often leading to biased decisions.

Contrast Error

A cognitive bias in evaluation or judgment where a person or thing is compared to those recently encountered, rather than assessed on individual merit.