255. How many weeks after a proximal row carpectomy should active range of motion exercises of the wrist begin? a. 1 week. b. 2 weeks. c. 4 weeks. d. 5 weeks. 256. The ultimate salvage for any motion-preserving procedure is: a. Total wrist arthrodesis. b. Wrist arthroplasty. c. SLAC wrist. d. Wrist orthosis 257. What is the primary reason no resistance to supination and pronation should be applied at 8 weeks after total wrist arthrodesis? a. The radial head may become dislocated. b. Torsional load could affect healing of the fusion negatively. c. The extensor digitorum could become attenuated. d. The motion is difficult and creates awkward positioning.
251. An important exercise from the dynamic stability program for conservative management for thumb CMC OA includes: a. Passive stretching of the thumb into radial abduction. b. Isometric strengthening of the extensor pollicis longus (EPL). c. Graded resistive exercises of the first dorsal interosseous. d. Repetitive tip pinch strengthening with therapy putty. 252. Although therapy is typically not initiated until at least 4 to 6 weeks following surgery, how does a client benefit from wearing a thermoplastic orthosis at week 4 post-CMC arthroplasty? a. The wound will heal more quickly. b. Motion can be initiated sooner to facilitate healing. c. The orthosis is lightweight and more comfortable for the client. d. No benefit is derived from wearing a thermoplastic orthosis. 253. A common diagnosis of the wrist joint is the: a. SLUSH Wrist. b. SLAC Wrist. c. SLAG Wrist. d. SLIP Wrist. 254. Following analysis of occupation during which a client reports significant pain during cooking activities, the OT practitioner might decide to educate the client about: a. Methods to ice the hands after the activity. b. Local health clubs that offer tai chi exercise groups. c. Over-the-counter medications that reduce pain during activity. d. Work simplification and joint protection techniques.
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