DD exam 1 with 100% correct answers

In the context of screening for referral, primary purpose of a diagnosis is To guide the plan of care and intervention strategies Direct access is the only reason physical therapists must screen for systemic disease. False A patient/client gives you a written prescription from a physician, chiropractor, or dentist. The first screening question to ask is? Did the physician (dentist, chiropractor) examine you? Screening for medical disease takes place throughout the episode of care Physical therapists are qualified to make a human movement system diagnosis regarding primary neuromusculoskeletal conditions, but we must do so in accordance with The state practice act Medical referral for a problem outside the scope of the physical therapy practice occurs when? a. No apparent movement dysfunction exists b. No causative factors can be identified c. Findings are not consistent with neuromuscular or musculoskeletal dysfunction d. Client presents with suspicious red-flag symptoms e. Any of the above f. None of the above Any of the above Physical therapy evaluation and intervention may be part of the physician's differential diagnosis True Yellow Flag cautionary or warning symptom that signals "slow down and think about the need for screening." - Presence of a single yellow flag not usually cause for immediate medical attention. Each cautionary or warning flag must be viewed in the context of the whole person, given his or her age, gender, past medical history, and current clinical presentation