A History Gathered by a Physical Therapist Should Include the Determination

question 3

Multiple Choice

A history gathered by a physical therapist should include the determination of major risk factors for heart disease.Which of the following statements identifies the importance of determining these risk factors?

• A)Develop realistic goals for long-term treatment.
• B)Identify a need for referral to other rehabilitation members.
• C)Decide on precautions to and monitoring of increased activity.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Posterior Cruciate Ligament

A ligament in the knee that connects the femur to the tibia, stabilizing the knee joint.

Fibular Collateral Ligament

A ligament on the lateral side of the knee that connects the femur to the fibula, stabilizing the knee joint.

Hyperextension

A movement that increases the angle between two body parts beyond the normal range of motion, often referring to joints.

Dorsiflexion

The movement that brings the top of the foot toward the shin, decreasing the angle between them.