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2026 Study Skills and the Physical Therapy Profession Practice Exam - Free Practice Questions and Study Guide Flash Cards

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How would you determine the appropriate use of a rolling walker versus a standard cane for a patient with knee osteoarthritis, and what metrics would you use to assess progress?

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Assess balance, strength, and weight-bearing tolerance; trial devices with patient; choose device that provides necessary support while encouraging independence; measure gait speed, distance walked, chair-rise ability, and pain during activity to monitor progression.

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