The Physical Therapist During an Evaluation Learns That His Patient

question 22

Multiple Choice

The physical therapist during an evaluation learns that his patient has recently worn a Holter monitor to investigate a report of shortness of breath during activity.Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate for the physical therapist to take next?

• A)Continue with the evaluation and proceed with an exercise stress test to determine if shortness of breath occurs.
• B)Hold any activity component of the evaluation and contact the physician and request a copy of the Holter monitoring report.
• C)Stop the evaluation and refer the patient back to the physician for clearance to participate in physical therapy.
• D)Call the physician to request a copy of the Holter monitoring report and continue treating the patient until the report is received stating otherwise.

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