Which of the Following Terms Means "The Purposeful and Skilled

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms means "the purposeful and skilled interaction of the physical therapist with the patient/client . . . using various physical therapy methods and techniques to produce changes in the condition that are consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis" (according to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd edition) ?

• A)Intervention
• B)Examination
• C)Evaluation
• D)Diagnosis

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Definitions:

Papillary Layer

The upper layer of the dermis in the skin, containing thin collagen and elastin fibers, which provide nutrients to select layers of the epidermis.

Hypodermis

A layer of tissue directly beneath the skin, consisting of fat and connective tissues that insulate and protect the body.

UV Rays

Ultraviolet radiation, a type of energy emitted by the sun that can be harmful to skin.

Melanin Synthesis

The biological process by which the skin, eyes, and hair gain their color, involving the production of the pigment melanin by melanocytes.