PTHA 1409 EXAM 3 UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. What are the four concepts required for effective instruction? Be able to demonstrate them.
Answer:
Preparation for the learner
-Build a rapport
-Determine the learner's starting point
-Insure the learner knows the purpose of task/knowledge (goal/objective)
-Establish a learning environment Activity Presentation
-Clear oral instructions
-Demonstration is provided
-Go thru step by step Try out activity preformance
-Allow the learner to attempt task step by step
-Correct errors as they occur
-Have the learner explain the process
-Repeated activity to develop motor skill or to reinforce learning Follow up
-Allow the learner to work independently
-Assign a mentor (if applicable)
-Check on the progress frequently
Question:
2. Explain the four categories used to clarify health care facilities.
Answer:
-Size
-Type ( "The HC facility 'STOL' my money." )
-Ownership
-Length of stay
Question:
3. Provide examples of healthcare facilities for the four categories used to clarify health care facilities.
, Answer:
Size: The number of beds available in the hospital - can range from 24-500+ Type: Acute: typical hospital
stay is 3-5 days, then discharge planning for transfer if continued hospitalization is expected. Ex. St.
David's SMAC, Seton, Scott & White, University Medical Center Brackenridge, etc. Subacute: also known
as LTAC ( long term acute care). Typical length of stay is 2 weeks up to several months. Patients typically
continue to require acute care type services. Ex. Cornerstone, Texas Neuro Rehab, Warm Springs. These
can also be a floor in an acute care hospital. Rehab: high intensity focus on rehabilitation 3-4 hours per
day. Expected length of stay days to weeks. Ex. HealthSouth, St. David's Rehab Hospital, and Reliant.
Specialty: specific population catered to. Ex. Dell Children's, Heart Hospital, and MD Anderson.
Ambulatory Care: outpatient hospitalization. Ex. same day surgery centers, walk-in clinics, and Concentra.
Ownership: Private: For profit: Encompass Not for profit: Church based - Seton Healthcare Family, St.
David's, Baylor Scott and White Public: Local government owned City: Guadalupe Regional Medical
Center (Jointly owned by Seguin and Guadalupe County County: Parkland (county hospital for Dallas)
Texas County Memorial Hospital and Harris County Hospital State: Austin State Hospital Federal: VA
Length of Stay: Short term (less than 60 days) Long term (longer than 60 days)
Question:
4. Differentiate between the three long-term facilities identified in healthcare classification.
Answer:
-Skilled: skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) provide 24 hour per day extensive, intensive, medical nursing
services with RN's on all units and during every shift. Ex. Brookdale, Longhorn Village, West Oaks, and
Gracy Woods. Some may have rehab on site.
-Intermediate: Provides minimal medical services, known as ALF's. Ex. Brookdale Westlake, Heritage at
Gaines Ranch, and Carestone.
-Retirement: very limited or no medical services located on the premises. Ex. The Conservatory, The Atria,
Longhorn Village, Westminster and Querencia.
Question:
5. Describe the roles of the various health care providers identified in class.
Answer:
Primary Care Physician: general practice Internist: specialty in treatment of particular physiological
system Neurologist: neuromuscular disorders Orthopedist: musculoskeletal disorders Surgeon: performs
invasive treatment Physiatrist: physical medicine and rehabilitation Psychiatrist: mental disorders Clinical
Psychologist: clinical psychology Osteopath: doctor that utilized holistic treatment approach Chiropractor:
chiropractic medicine Licensed Professional Counselor: therapist, social worker, case manager Nursing:
LPN, RN, LVN Allied Health Professionals: Rehabilitation Services PT/PTA OT/OTA Respiratory
Therapist Speech and Language Pathologist Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist : evaluation/fabrication of
braces and prostheses
Question:
6. Explain the five benefits of the interdisciplinary team approach.
Answer:
-Enhances the knowledge of the other health care professionals.
-More effective utilization of time (team members can share info).
-Increased direction of goals and treatment due to increased supervision and coordination of team efforts.
-Encourages communication between team members to exchange ideas, brainstorm problems and share
knowledge.
-Provides leadership opportunities and encouragement between team members.
CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. What are the four concepts required for effective instruction? Be able to demonstrate them.
Answer:
Preparation for the learner
-Build a rapport
-Determine the learner's starting point
-Insure the learner knows the purpose of task/knowledge (goal/objective)
-Establish a learning environment Activity Presentation
-Clear oral instructions
-Demonstration is provided
-Go thru step by step Try out activity preformance
-Allow the learner to attempt task step by step
-Correct errors as they occur
-Have the learner explain the process
-Repeated activity to develop motor skill or to reinforce learning Follow up
-Allow the learner to work independently
-Assign a mentor (if applicable)
-Check on the progress frequently
Question:
2. Explain the four categories used to clarify health care facilities.
Answer:
-Size
-Type ( "The HC facility 'STOL' my money." )
-Ownership
-Length of stay
Question:
3. Provide examples of healthcare facilities for the four categories used to clarify health care facilities.
, Answer:
Size: The number of beds available in the hospital - can range from 24-500+ Type: Acute: typical hospital
stay is 3-5 days, then discharge planning for transfer if continued hospitalization is expected. Ex. St.
David's SMAC, Seton, Scott & White, University Medical Center Brackenridge, etc. Subacute: also known
as LTAC ( long term acute care). Typical length of stay is 2 weeks up to several months. Patients typically
continue to require acute care type services. Ex. Cornerstone, Texas Neuro Rehab, Warm Springs. These
can also be a floor in an acute care hospital. Rehab: high intensity focus on rehabilitation 3-4 hours per
day. Expected length of stay days to weeks. Ex. HealthSouth, St. David's Rehab Hospital, and Reliant.
Specialty: specific population catered to. Ex. Dell Children's, Heart Hospital, and MD Anderson.
Ambulatory Care: outpatient hospitalization. Ex. same day surgery centers, walk-in clinics, and Concentra.
Ownership: Private: For profit: Encompass Not for profit: Church based - Seton Healthcare Family, St.
David's, Baylor Scott and White Public: Local government owned City: Guadalupe Regional Medical
Center (Jointly owned by Seguin and Guadalupe County County: Parkland (county hospital for Dallas)
Texas County Memorial Hospital and Harris County Hospital State: Austin State Hospital Federal: VA
Length of Stay: Short term (less than 60 days) Long term (longer than 60 days)
Question:
4. Differentiate between the three long-term facilities identified in healthcare classification.
Answer:
-Skilled: skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) provide 24 hour per day extensive, intensive, medical nursing
services with RN's on all units and during every shift. Ex. Brookdale, Longhorn Village, West Oaks, and
Gracy Woods. Some may have rehab on site.
-Intermediate: Provides minimal medical services, known as ALF's. Ex. Brookdale Westlake, Heritage at
Gaines Ranch, and Carestone.
-Retirement: very limited or no medical services located on the premises. Ex. The Conservatory, The Atria,
Longhorn Village, Westminster and Querencia.
Question:
5. Describe the roles of the various health care providers identified in class.
Answer:
Primary Care Physician: general practice Internist: specialty in treatment of particular physiological
system Neurologist: neuromuscular disorders Orthopedist: musculoskeletal disorders Surgeon: performs
invasive treatment Physiatrist: physical medicine and rehabilitation Psychiatrist: mental disorders Clinical
Psychologist: clinical psychology Osteopath: doctor that utilized holistic treatment approach Chiropractor:
chiropractic medicine Licensed Professional Counselor: therapist, social worker, case manager Nursing:
LPN, RN, LVN Allied Health Professionals: Rehabilitation Services PT/PTA OT/OTA Respiratory
Therapist Speech and Language Pathologist Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist : evaluation/fabrication of
braces and prostheses
Question:
6. Explain the five benefits of the interdisciplinary team approach.
Answer:
-Enhances the knowledge of the other health care professionals.
-More effective utilization of time (team members can share info).
-Increased direction of goals and treatment due to increased supervision and coordination of team efforts.
-Encourages communication between team members to exchange ideas, brainstorm problems and share
knowledge.
-Provides leadership opportunities and encouragement between team members.
