A Physical Therapist Finds a Yellow Flag Symptom During the Screening

question 11

Multiple Choice

A physical therapist finds a yellow flag symptom during the screening process of a new patient. What is the appropriate action by the physical therapist?

• A) Make an appropriate referral.
• B) Send the patient to the emergency department immediately.
• C) Slow down and think about the need for further screening.
• D) Aggressive further screening is required.

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Definitions:

Mood

A temporary state of mind or feeling that can vary from happiness to sadness, which affects a person's emotional state but is less intense than emotions.

Cognitive Arousal Theory

A theory suggesting that arousal in the cognitive system can affect emotions and motivation.

Emotion

A complex psychological state involving an experiential, behavioral, and physiological response to a situation or stimulus.

Afraid

A feeling of fear or anxiety about a possible or imminent event or situation.