Question 1

Which of the following strategies helps facilitate acceptance of prosthesis?&#10;A)Peer support groups&#10;B)Referral to counseling services&#10;C)Calm respect for the patient by the PTA&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above strategies can help facilitate acceptance of a prosthesis. Peer support groups provide patients with the opportunity to discuss their experiences and feelings with others who have undergone similar situations, which can help them feel less isolated and more empowered. Referral to counseling services can also help patients cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of losing a limb and adjusting to a prosthesis. Calm respect from the PTA can help establish a trusting and supportive relationship with the patient, which can ultimately lead to better outcomes.

Question 2

You are observing your patient with a transfemoral prosthesis ambulate and note that she has increased lateral trunk bend in stance phase.Which of the following is NOT a likely explanation of the problem?

A)Short prosthesis
B)Contracture of hip flexors
C)Contracture of hip abductors
D)Hip pain

Accepted Answer

A soft heel cushion would typically lead to less knee flexion, not excessive knee flexion, during the stance phase.

Question 3

At what point with prosthetic socks do you request a reevaluation by the PT of socket fit?&#10;A)Using more than 6-ply of socks&#10;B)Using more than 12-ply of socks&#10;C)Using more than 15-ply of socks&#10;D)Using more than 20-ply of socks

Accepted Answer

Using more than 15-ply of socks indicates a poor socket fit and warrants a reevaluation by the PT.

Question 4

Which of the following is the optimal device for initial balance control with prosthetic training?&#10;A)Parallel bars&#10;B)Cane&#10;C)Wall&#10;D)Raised table or plinth

Accepted Answer

Raised table or plinth provides a stable surface for initial balance control with prosthetic training.

Question 5

You are observing your patient with a transfemoral prosthesis ambulate and note that she has increased lateral trunk bend in stance phase.Which of the following is NOT a likely explanation of the problem?

A)Short prosthesis
B)Contracture of hip flexors
C)Contracture of hip abductors
D)Hip pain

Accepted Answer

Increased lateral trunk bend in stance phase is typically associated with compensations for issues such as a short prosthesis, weak hip abductors, or hip pain, which can cause the patient to lean over the prosthesis to stabilize it during stance phase. A contracture of the hip flexors does not directly cause increased lateral trunk bend; instead, it would more likely affect the sagittal plane by impacting the ability to fully extend the hip.

Deck 31: Pta: Prosthetics