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Purpose of Assessment - ANSWER- 1. Clarify nature and extent of presenting
problem
2. Understand the client's perspective of their condition and how it may influence
decision making about physiotherapy interventions
3. Determine appropriate, safe, effective, and mutually agreed upon treatment
procedures
4. Establish a baseline from which to monitor progress
Assessment Elements - ANSWER- 1. Subjective assessment
2. Physical assessment
3. Critical thinking
4. Planning
5. Evaluation
Aim of Subjective Examination - ANSWER- 1. Define and understand the client's
problem, & how it is affecting them
2. Identify a list of provisional diagnoses from which a logical physical
examination can be developed
3. Indicate the severity and irritability of the condition
4. Identify the client's goals
5. Gain an understanding of the contextual factors influencing the situation
Components of subjective examination - ANSWER- 1. Past and current history of
condition
2. Symptom behaviour
3. Past and current functional status
4. General health history
5. Social and family history
6. Special questions
7. Client goals
Medico-legal requirements for documenting - ANSWER- 1. Include personal
information/emergency contact