Anatomy and Physiology

What is the difference between primary and secondary intention healing?

What is the difference between primary and secondary intention healing?

What is the difference between primary and secondary intention healing?
 
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ANP2202   60   1 Reply

ruff

Describe the differences between condenser field diathermy and inductive field diathermy. What ...

Describe the differences between condenser field diathermy and inductive field diathermy. What ...

Describe the differences between condenser field diathermy and inductive field diathermy.
 
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LRotundo   65   1 Reply

vbass

A vasoactive substance that promotes vasodilation includes :

A vasoactive substance that promotes vasodilation includes :

A vasoactive substance that promotes vasodilation includes
 
  A) histamine B) bradykinin C) prostaglandins D) all of the above

browniels   66   1 Reply

Bflint101

The therapeutic range for tissue elevation when using SWD is ________C.

The therapeutic range for tissue elevation when using SWD is ________C.

The therapeutic range for tissue elevation when using SWD is ________C.
 
  A) 50 to 55 B) 40 to 45 C) 20 to 25 D) 30 to 35

beaches411   30   1 Reply

lirpapril

According to Joule's law, the amount of energy converted to heat with capacitive SWD is ...

According to Joule's law, the amount of energy converted to heat with capacitive SWD is ...

According to Joule's law, the amount of energy converted to heat with capacitive SWD is proportional to the
 
  A) duration of the electrical current flow B) impedance of the conductor
  C) square of the current intensity D) all of t

sdaggy1   46   1 Reply

scates8

During a SWD intervention the patient should not be positioned in a chair or plinth that is made of ...

During a SWD intervention the patient should not be positioned in a chair or plinth that is made of ...

During a SWD intervention the patient should not be positioned in a chair or plinth that is made of
 
  A) rubber B) foam C) metal D) plastic

aggotfay   51   1 Reply

ruff

What is the rationale for mobilizing the tissue around a surgical suture line following wound ...

What is the rationale for mobilizing the tissue around a surgical suture line following wound ...

What is the rationale for mobilizing the tissue around a surgical suture line following wound closure?
 
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aggotfay   45   1 Reply

Kojico

Placement of SWD on the proximal thigh in order to increase circulation to the foot is an example of ...

Placement of SWD on the proximal thigh in order to increase circulation to the foot is an example of ...

Placement of SWD on the proximal thigh in order to increase circulation to the foot is an example of
 
  A) extensive heating B) direct heating C) inductive heating D) reflexive heating

cmsx27   33   2 Replies

cmsx27

Normally ________ of the body's peripheral blood volume is in the venous system.

Normally ________ of the body's peripheral blood volume is in the venous system.

Normally ________ of the body's peripheral blood volume is in the venous system.
 
  A) 1/2 B) 1/5 C) 2/3 D) 1/4

RENCEE72   57   1 Reply

vbass

An increase in heart rate due to a drop in blood pressure is a ________ reaction during excessive ...

An increase in heart rate due to a drop in blood pressure is a ________ reaction during excessive ...

An increase in heart rate due to a drop in blood pressure is a ________ reaction during excessive exposure to heat.
 
  A) cardiovascular B) metabolic C) sudomotor D) cardiopulmonary

ANP2202   51   1 Reply

m7md9078

How do changes in voltage and resistance affect current intensity?

How do changes in voltage and resistance affect current intensity?

How do changes in voltage and resistance affect current intensity?
 
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jprust87   39   2 Replies

jprust87

The skin layer with the most active level of new cell production is :

The skin layer with the most active level of new cell production is :

The skin layer with the most active level of new cell production is
 
  A) stratum lucideum B) stratum basile
  C) stratum corneum D) stratum granulosum

Mserna19   30   1 Reply

gomeza

Localized skin eruptions caused by histamine reactions are termed :

Localized skin eruptions caused by histamine reactions are termed :

Localized skin eruptions caused by histamine reactions are termed
 
  A) blisters B) rashes C) wheals D) sores

bribery   26   1 Reply

lirpapril

The negative electrode is termed a(n) ________ and will attract ________.

The negative electrode is termed a(n) ________ and will attract ________.

The negative electrode is termed a(n) ________ and will attract ________.
 
  A) cathode; cations B) anode; anions C) anode; cations D) cathode; anions

CTaustin   51   1 Reply

rachey

The difference in electrical potential between two points is measured in :

The difference in electrical potential between two points is measured in :

The difference in electrical potential between two points is measured in
 
  A) volts B) ohms C) farads D) amperes

CTaustin   58   1 Reply

sweetpeajezzy

The type of current that has the strongest polar effects would be :

The type of current that has the strongest polar effects would be :

The type of current that has the strongest polar effects would be
 
  A) DC B) monophasic pulsatile
  C) AC D) biphasic pulsatile

Acostak1   33   1 Reply

tiss9889

The body's water content contributes to approximately ________ of the body weight.

The body's water content contributes to approximately ________ of the body weight.

The body's water content contributes to approximately ________ of the body weight.
 
  A) 80 B) 20 C) 60 D) 40

browniels   52   2 Replies

browniels

The period of time for the flow of charges in one direction in an electrical current is termed :

The period of time for the flow of charges in one direction in an electrical current is termed :

The period of time for the flow of charges in one direction in an electrical current is termed
 
  A) a phase duration B) a pulse duration
  C) an interphase interval D) an interpulse interval

Brutusandmoose   62   1 Reply

Macdonaldc

Hindrance to current flow encountered in an alternating current is termed :

Hindrance to current flow encountered in an alternating current is termed :

Hindrance to current flow encountered in an alternating current is termed
 
  A) resistance B) capacitance C) impedance D) inductance

palacir999   63   1 Reply

gool34

Why is the strength duration curve shifted up and to the right in a denervated muscle? What will ...

Why is the strength duration curve shifted up and to the right in a denervated muscle? What will ...

Why is the strength duration curve shifted up and to the right in a denervated muscle?
 
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fundai!   33   1 Reply

wping

The strength of an electrical stimulus can be increased by increasing the pulse :

The strength of an electrical stimulus can be increased by increasing the pulse :

The strength of an electrical stimulus can be increased by increasing the pulse
 
  A) intensity B) rate C) width D) A and C

bribery   36   1 Reply

whitneyracquel

Which pain theory proposes that stimulus intensity and frequency will influence the perception of ...

Which pain theory proposes that stimulus intensity and frequency will influence the perception of ...

Which pain theory proposes that stimulus intensity and frequency will influence the perception of pain?
 
  A) pattern theory B) specificity theory C) gate theory D) opioid theory

clcharleston   64   1 Reply

ruff

Which modality would be used for mechanical debridement of a wound?

Which modality would be used for mechanical debridement of a wound?

Which modality would be used for mechanical debridement of a wound?
 
  A) whirlpool/pulsatile lavage B) ultrasound
  C) intermittent pneumatic compression D) electrical stimulation

SnowQueen   42   1 Reply

WillGross3

Most commercially available SWD machines employ a frequency of :

Most commercially available SWD machines employ a frequency of :

Most commercially available SWD machines employ a frequency of
 
  A) 13.56 MHz B) 915.0 MHz C) 2456 MHz D) 27.12 MHz

kate lynn   29   1 Reply

scates8

What differentiates a (a) normal response to a partial reaction of degeneration (R/D), (b) partial ...

What differentiates a (a) normal response to a partial reaction of degeneration (R/D), (b) partial ...

What differentiates a (a) normal response to a partial reaction of degeneration (R/D), (b) partial R/D to a full R/D, and (c) full R/D to an absolute R/D during R/D testing?
 
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jprust87   51   1 Reply

sophiakhalid12

What type of urinary incontinence has been shown to benefit from pelvic floor electrical ...

What type of urinary incontinence has been shown to benefit from pelvic floor electrical ...

What type of urinary incontinence has been shown to benefit from pelvic floor electrical stimulation?
 
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jprust87   44   1 Reply

preetpatel94

The recommended pulse frequency for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) strengthening ...

The recommended pulse frequency for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) strengthening ...

The recommended pulse frequency for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) strengthening protocols is ________ pps.
 
  A) 35-50 B) 55-70 C) 75-90 D) 15-30

jldobro   52   2 Replies

jldobro

The recommended pulse frequency for strengthening pelvic floor musculature is :

The recommended pulse frequency for strengthening pelvic floor musculature is :

The recommended pulse frequency for strengthening pelvic floor musculature is
 
  A) 20-50 pps B) 5-20 pps C) 70-90 pps D) 50-70 pps

Nalu   24   1 Reply

Bubbbles

What are the perceived pain sensations commonly transmitted by (a) A-delta and (b) C fibers? What ...

What are the perceived pain sensations commonly transmitted by (a) A-delta and (b) C fibers? What ...

What are the perceived pain sensations commonly transmitted by (a) A-delta and (b) C fibers?
 
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Acostak1   35   1 Reply

derrickpate22

The dividing of radiation into separate bands as it passes through a medium is termed :

The dividing of radiation into separate bands as it passes through a medium is termed :

The dividing of radiation into separate bands as it passes through a medium is termed
 
  A) penetration B) reflection C) refraction D) absorption

sdaggy1   37   1 Reply

tdubb1992

Two electrodes that are positioned closer to each other will result in :

Two electrodes that are positioned closer to each other will result in :

Two electrodes that are positioned closer to each other will result in
 
  A) superficial and more concentrated stimulation B) deep and more concentrated stimulation
  C) deep and less concentrated stimulation D) superficial and less

NERD   30   1 Reply

takirahh_

The last TENS parameter that should be set when applying stimulation to a patient is :

The last TENS parameter that should be set when applying stimulation to a patient is :

The last TENS parameter that should be set when applying stimulation to a patient is
 
  A) pulse modulation B) pulse intensity C) pulse width D) pulse rate

jprust87   42   1 Reply

Yatesm

A SAR of 20-50 watts/kg is recommended for a(n) :

A SAR of 20-50 watts/kg is recommended for a(n) :

A SAR of 20-50 watts/kg is recommended for a(n)
 
  A) usual chronic condition B) acute inflammatory condition
  C) subacute resolving condition D) none of the above

koklok123   42   1 Reply

sophiakhalid12

Identify four ways in which a dosage of 60 milliamp-mins can be delivered to a patient during an ...

Identify four ways in which a dosage of 60 milliamp-mins can be delivered to a patient during an ...

Identify four ways in which a dosage of 60 milliamp-mins can be delivered to a patient during an iontophoresis intervention.
 
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LRotundo   32   1 Reply

ruff

A body bath with a temperature of ________ is usually perceived as tepid.

A body bath with a temperature of ________ is usually perceived as tepid.

A body bath with a temperature of ________ is usually perceived as tepid.
 
  A) 55-65F B) 80-92F C) 32-55F D) 65-80F

everlyn85   39   1 Reply

suarezs1

What are the critical tissue temperature ranges with heating and cooling agents in normal healthy ...

What are the critical tissue temperature ranges with heating and cooling agents in normal healthy ...

What are the critical tissue temperature ranges with heating and cooling agents in normal healthy individuals?
 
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browniels   44   2 Replies

browniels

The use of 2 milliamps intensity for 20 minutes will create a dosage of ________ milliamp-min.

The use of 2 milliamps intensity for 20 minutes will create a dosage of ________ milliamp-min.

The use of 2 milliamps intensity for 20 minutes will create a dosage of ________ milliamp-min.
 
  A) 10 B) 20 C) 40 D) 30

CTaustin   63   1 Reply

lsellers6

When using an intensity of 2 milliamps, the cathode should be at least ________ cm2.

When using an intensity of 2 milliamps, the cathode should be at least ________ cm2.

When using an intensity of 2 milliamps, the cathode should be at least ________ cm2.
 
  A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4

love2211   40   1 Reply

tdubb1992

What are the differences between a neuropathic pattern and myopathic pattern during an EMG ...

What are the differences between a neuropathic pattern and myopathic pattern during an EMG ...

What are the differences between a neuropathic pattern and myopathic pattern during an EMG evaluation of a maximal effort contraction?
 
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Brutusandmoose   35   1 Reply

nic

The shunting of cool blood to an area of elevated tissue temperature is an example of heat ...

The shunting of cool blood to an area of elevated tissue temperature is an example of heat ...

The shunting of cool blood to an area of elevated tissue temperature is an example of heat dissipation with
 
  A) convection B) radiation C) evaporation D) conduction

sdaggy1   71   1 Reply

Macdonaldc