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OT's Role in Joint Replacement

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1.  The hip joint is a ____________. Ball and socket joint Hinge joint Semi-mobile joint Immovable joint

2.  All of the following are indications for hip replacement surgery EXCEPT: Osteoarthritis Post-traumatic arthritis Infection Rheumatoid arthritis

3.  Which of the following is the position of instability in anterior surgical approach for hip arthroplasty? Adduction, external rotation and excessive hyperextension Flexion (within limitation of precautions), abduction and external rotation Adduction, internal rotation and flexion greater than limitation of precautions Flexion, abduction to neutral and internal rotation

4.  The knee joint is a ___________. Ball and socket joint Hinge joint Semi-mobile joint Immovable joint

5.  Which of the following is NOT a complication after knee replacement? Infection Blood Clot Smoking Continued pain

6.  Pre-op OT assessment is important because it: Allows for better understanding of the upcoming procedure Reduces anxiety and fear Increases compliance post surgery and avoidance of complications All of the above

7.  The primary focus of occupational therapy intervention in skilled nursing practice setting includes training in: Self-care skills and use of adaptive equipment Compensatory techniques Environmental modifications All of the above

8.  Goals for homecare include all of the following EXCEPT: Community reintegration Fall prevention and safety at home Ask the extended family members to determine what the goals are for the homecare patient Aging in place

9.  OT intervention for outpatient therapy settings should includes activities that: Restore current level of independence Prevent occupational dysfunction secondary to aging Improve activity tolerance and work capacity All of the above

10.  The advantages for outpatient total joint arthoplasty include all of the following EXCEPT: Reduced hospital stay and reduced chance for hospital acquired infections Chance of having a complication at home Possibility of increased patient satisfaction Potential for reduced cost to health care system