APTA Guide to Physical Therapist Practice Results
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Posture is the alignment and positioning of the body in relation to gravity, center of mass, or base of support.
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Sensory integrity is the soundness of cortical sensory processing, including proprioception, vibration sense, stereognosis, and cutaneous sensation.
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Work life integration or reintegration is the process of assuming or resuming activities and roles in work settings.
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Respiratory and ventilatory techniques are a group of therapeutic activities intended to manage or prevent the consequences of impaired gas exchange resulting from inadequate mucociliary transport, diminished thoracic compliance, or the inability to clear the airway.
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The processes of the examination and evaluation described in Chapter 3 set the stage for the determination of the diagnosis and prognosis. The plan for intervention and the outcomes is then guided by the diagnosis and prognosis.
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Chapter 1 provides a brief introduction to the postgraduation career advancement opportunities available to physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. In the Core Values for the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant, excellence in the provision of physical therapist services
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The Guide contains general categories of interventions that the physical therapist may decide to use during the episode of care.
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Physical therapy is provided by a physical therapist or under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist.
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