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Aquatic Therapy for the OT and PT: Emphasis on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

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1.  Which of the following properties of water was credited with providing an increased time in which to react during a fall for the patient with TBI? Hydrostatic pressure Viscosity Neutral warmth Streamlined flow

2.  When determining whether aquatic therapy is contradicted or precautionary for this patient population, the speaker described the need to know if the patient was ______________. Incontinent of bowel Willing to try new things Passionate about swimming Afraid of falling

3.  When documenting the medical necessity for aquatic therapy for a patient with a TBI, which of the following was suggested by the speaker? Emphasize the fact that immersed activity can decrease safety risks, especially risk of falls. Emphasize the fact that immersion will reduce neurological symptoms. Emphasize the fact that immersion will increase ground reaction forces. Emphasize the fact that immersion will increase weight bearing in the lower extremities.

4.  The speaker suggested the use of which of the following drill to produce a progressive cognitive and physical challenge during immersion? Floor drill Ceiling drill 4 walls drill Basement drill

5.  When progressing a patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) through aquatic-based exercises, what is one of the best ways to demonstrate progress? To record the number of reps and sets To record the depth of water To test and retest with a valid performance tool To test abilities while immersed in water