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AHP Flashcards

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What is MS?

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Inflammatory, demyelinating CNS disease.

Can result in complex patterns of disability affecting physical and social function.

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what percentage of those with MS are unemployed within 10 years of diagnosis?

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50%.

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What is the role of physiotherapy in MS?

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To increase activity and participation levels. Maintain circulation.

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What type of activities are encouraged by PTs for those with MS?

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  • Strengthening, aerobic e.g. cycling, rowing.
  • Stretching to keep muscles supple and relaxed.
  • Active and Passive RoM exercises.
  • Posture exercises to align body and reduce strain on muscle/bone.
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What is the role of OTs in MS?

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Techniques to manage primary and secondary fatigue.

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What type of techniques are used by OTs in MS to manage primary and secondary fatigue?

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  • Pacing.
  • Work/rest ratio.
  • Electronic aids.
  • Control of spasticity.
  • Heat control.
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What is the role of Speech & Language therapists in MS?

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Teach techniques to help manage dysphagia.

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What techniques are taught by SLTs to help manage dysphagia in those with MS?

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  • Posture/positioning.
  • Method of eating/gastrostomy.
  • Food consistency.
  • Ways to reduce choking/aspiration risk.
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What is the role of dietitians in MS?

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To provide advice on increasing nutrients and energy into diet to address weight loss.

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What can dietitians aid those with MS with?

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  • Planning and meal prep.
  • Advice on healthy lifestyle and food choices.
  • Advice, implement and manage gastrostomy.
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What is motor neurone disease?

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Progressive, terminal illness that affects motor neurones transmitting messages between brain and spinal cord and muscles throughout the body.

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What is the role of PTs in those with motor neurone disease?

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To teach breathing exercises to keep lungs clear of secretions and reduce risk of chest infections.

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What techniques are utilised by PTs in those with MND?

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  • Resp. assessment.
  • Exercises to maximise lung capacity.
  • Coughing techniques.
  • Breath stacking.
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As MND progresses, Orthotists can help with?

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  • Ambulation.
  • UL hand function.
  • Neck support.
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What does head and neck support aid in those with NMD?

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  • Eye contact.
  • Eases communication/ breathing/ feeding.
  • Helps maintain dignity.
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90% of those with MND suffer with dysarthria caused by?

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Weakness in bulbar muscles involved in speech.

17
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What techniques do SLTs teach to those with MND?

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  • Adapt methods of speaking.
  • Provision of communication aids.
  • Voice banking.
18
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What is Parkinson’s disease?

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Chronic, progressive neurodegenerative condition characterised by motor and non-motor difficulties arising from brain dysfunction through reduced production of dopamine.

19
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What are the 3 main symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease?

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  • Bradykinesia.
  • Rigidity.
  • Tremor.
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What is the purpose of OT intervention in those with Parkinson’s Disease?

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  • To enhance ability to participate in ADL or to modify environment to better support this.
  • Address psychosocial problems & develop coping strategies.
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What is the role of PTs in those with Parkinson’s Disease?

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To improve physical capacity and quality of movement.

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What techniques do PTs employ in those with Parkinson’s?

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  • Movement initiation and gait re-education.
  • Balance and transfer education.
  • Manual activity practice.
  • Use of internal/external cues to compensate for loss of function.
  • Exercises: CV fitness, muscle and joint function.
  • Improve core stability, strength and flexibility.
  • Advice and therapy for pain relief.
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What impact does the role of music therapy have on those with Parkinson’s?

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Positive effect on balance, limb co-ordination and gait as well as effect on emotional and cognitive aspects.

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What is Guillian-Barre syndrome?

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Rare but most common form of neuromuscular paralysis mainly affecting young adults and usually triggered by an infection.

25
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Outcome of Guillian-Barre syndrome?

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Most people fully recover, but rehab and recovery can be extensive. Others will be left with long-term residual disability.

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As motor and sensory control returns for those with Guillian-Barre syndrome, what equipment is used to facilitate active assisted RoM?

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  • Powder board.
  • Slings.
  • Hydrotherapy.

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