Prentice Hall
Allied Health
ISBN-10: 0131113828
ISBN-13: 9780131113824
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 464 pp
Published: 09/02/2005
Suggested retail price: $72.60
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Enriched with new photographs and a free video program with every book, Patient Care Skills continues its tradition of excellence with a refreshed approach to covering all aspects of basic care skills. Comprehensive coverage provides all the information health care professionals need to perform skills related to patient positioning and transfer, vital signs, aseptic technique, and more.
- Accompanying CD-ROM provides instructional video of the most common care skills to provide readers with a visual aid to accompany chapter content.
- All photographs have been updated to bring the skills to life.
- Procedure boxes provide step-by-step instruction.
- Inclusion of HIPAA guidelines.
- Updated chapter on aseptic techniques according to the Center for Disease Control's updated guidelines.
- Updated informatino on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Consistent with th APTA Guide to Physical Therapy Practice.
CHAPTER 1 Patient/Client Management Process
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Guide to Physical Therapist Practice
Examination
Chart Review
Interview
Tests and Measures
Evaluation
Diagnosis
Prognosis
Plan of Care
Documentation (Medical Records)
Formats of Medical Records
Note Formats
Requirements for Adequate Documentation
Audit of Patient Care
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Study
References
CHAPTER 2 Preparation for Patient Care
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Management of the Environment
Instructions and Verbal Commands
Patient Preparation
Transporting
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Study
CHAPTER 3 Aseptic Techniques
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Definitions
Introduction to Infection Control
Isolation Precautions in Hospitals
Rationale
Modes of Transmission
Tiers of Isolation Precautions
Recommendations
Apparel
Sterile Field
Requirement 1
Requirement 2
Requirement 3
Requirement 4
Requirement 5
Requirement 6
Requirement 7
Requirement 8
Handwashing
Procedures
Scrubbing
Wound Dressings
Purpose
Evaluation
Types of Dressings
Materials
Preparation
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
References
CHAPTER 4 Vital Signs
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Heart Rate
Purpose
Methods
Norms
Blood Pressure
Purpose
Method
Site
Norms
Respiration
Purpose
Methods
Norms
Temperature
Purpose
Methods
Sites
Norms
Pain
Purpose
Method
Site
Norms
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Study
References
CHAPTER 5 Turning and Positioning
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Goals
Time in Positions
Supine Position
Prone Position
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Studies
CHAPTER 6 Range of Motion Exercise
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Methods
Anatomical Planes of Movement
Diagonal Patterns of Movement
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Studies
References
CHAPTER 7 Wheelchairs
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Wheelchair Components
Wheel Locks
Pelvic Positioners
Caster Wheels
Drive (Push) Wheels
Armrests
Front Rigging
Wheelchair Types
Folding Wheelchair
Standard Wheelchair
Fixed Frame Wheelchair
Reclining-Back Wheelchair
Tilt-in-Space Wheelchair
One-Arm Drive Wheelchair
Amputee Wheelchair
Companion Wheelchair
Motorized Wheelchairs and Scooters
Standard Wheelchair Sizes
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Studies
CHAPTER 8 Transfers
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Levels of Transfers
Levels of Assistance
Amount of Assistance
Type of Assistance
General Rules
Body Mechanics
Gait or Transfer Belts
Preparing the Environment
Instructions and Verbal Cues
Completing the Transfer
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Studies
Reference
CHAPTER 9 Ambulation with Ambulatory
Assistive Devices
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Teaching Tips
Training Environment
Parallel Bars
Fatigue
Patient Concentration
Weight Bearing
Methods of Instruction
Content of Instruction
Choosing an Assistive Device
Walkers
Axillary Crutches
Forearm (Lofstrand) Crutches
Canes
Choosing a Gait Pattern
Weight Bearing Status
Two-Point Gait Pattern
Four-Point Gait Pattern
Three-Point Gait Pattern
Swing-To Gait Pattern
Swing-Through Gait Pattern
Guarding
In/Out of a Chair
Level Surfaces
Falling
Ascending/Descending Stairs
Assumption of Standing and Sitting
Preparing the Wheelchair
Positioning the Patient
Ascending and Descending Stairs
Ascending Stairs
Descending Stairs
Curbs
Moving Through Doorways
Tilt Table
Walkers
Fitting
In and Out of a Wheelchair
Ambulating with a Walker
Axillary Crutches
Fitting
Forearm (Lofstrand) Crutches
Fitting
Canes
Fitting
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Case Studies
References
CHAPTER 10 Americans with Disabilities Act
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Resources
General Considerations for Accessibility
Specific Requirements
Accessible Route
Assembly and Auditorium Areas for Wheelchair Seating
Check-Out Counters
Clear Space Areas
Control Mechanisms
Curb Cuts
Doors and Doorways
Drinking Fountains
Elevators
Grab Bars
Ground and Floor Surfaces
Handrails
Hotels (Transient Lodging)
Medical Facilities
Parking Spaces
Platform Lifts
Ramps
ReachRanges
Restrooms and Bathrooms
Stairs
Transportation Facilities
Review Questions
Suggested Activities
Reference
GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS
INDEX
Introductory Physical Therapy (Physical Therapy)
Patient Care Skills (Physical Therapy)
Occupational Therapy (Occupational Therapy)
Athletic Training (Athletic Training)
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