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ICU, Co-treatment, Part 9
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The PT and OT work together in the ICU and demonstrate how to prepare the patient and the environment for a two-person transfer from the chair to the bed.
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ICU, Co-treatment, Part 10
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The PT and OT work together in the ICU and complete their treatment session by returning the patient to bed and reconnecting all lines and monitors to their original positions.
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Sitting Balance in Acute Care, Part 1: Trunk Control
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A stroke survivor in the acute care hospital requires maximum assistance in order to sit at the edge of his bed.
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Sitting Balance in Acute Care, Part 2: Sensory Impairment
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A stroke survivor in the acute care hospital responds to a sensory assessment while sitting at the edge of his bed.
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Sitting Balance in Acute Care, Part 3: Return to Supine
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A stroke survivor in the acute care hospital requires maximum assistance of two in order to return to a supine position.
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Assessment of Visual Field in Acute Care
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The therapist assesses visual field deficits with a stroke survivor in the acute care hospital. She discusses her results with family members.
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Initial Interview: Outpatient
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The therapist begins her initial assessment and gathers information while she observes this stroke survivor maneuver his wheelchair into the clinic, try to move his hand and describe his medical condition.
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Upper Extremity Observations
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It is easy to see the structures and asymmetry of the trunk and involved shoulder in this stroke survivor. Observations from the front, side and back help the therapist to identify specific problem areas.
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Upper Extremity Muscle Re-education: Facilitation of Bicep Control
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Selective control of the biceps is the focus of this therapy session. The therapist works with the stroke survivor on eccentric control of the biceps while in a sidelying position.
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Self-Care: Donning Shirt and Jacket
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With clear explanations and encouragement, the therapist helps the stroke survivor learn how to donn his shirt and a jacket during an outpatient treatment session.
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IADLs: Washing the Car While Standing
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The car provides a nice, stable support for this stroke survivor as his involved upper extremity is incorporated into the task of washing his car. He works in a standing position to encourage motor control of upper extremities and lower extremities.
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