Student ___________________
Date of Rotation_____________
Physical Therapy (PT)
OBJECTIVES
After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge of various procedures
that are performed by Physical Therapy, will be able to identify what types of staff members are employed
on the units and their roles, and will be able to identify the important aspects of PT procedures.
PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT
Define the following terms:
1. prosthesis
2. ADL
3. gait belt
4. range of motion
5. atrophy
6. abduction
7. adduction
8. flexion
9. extension
10. rotation
11. pronation
12. supination
Instructor__________
13. inversion
14. eversion
15. circumduction
16. hydrotherapy
17. cryotherapy
18. transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
19. Explain the purpose of a gait belt.
20. What are the goals of physical therapy?
21. What are three examples of activities of daily living (ADL)?
22. How quickly after a joint replacement surgery would a patient expect to begin physical therapy?
23. Describe the correct procedure in determining the correct size of crutches for a patient.
24. Differentiate between passive range of motion and active range of motion.
25. What is the number one safety hazard for patients in the hospital and what can be done to
prevent the hazard?
26. Describe the different types of joints that are in the body.
27. What is the difference between a tendon and a ligament?
Physical Therapy(PT)
Thank you for mentoring the Denton ISD Health Science student on your unit. Your time and leadership
is greatly valued and I appreciate your feedback on student performance while on your unit.
OBSERVED/ASSISTED
1. Patient Evaluation/Assessment
a. musculoskeletal/neurological
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b. mobility/ambulation/range of motion
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c. patient education
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d. maintaining unit stock in Pyxis
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e. IV medication preparation
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2. Physical Therapy Treatments
a. traction
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b. hot packs/cryotherapy
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c. ultrasound
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d. massage
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e. electrical stimulation
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f. hydrotherapy
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2. Therapeutic Exercises
a. strengthening/coordination
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b. ADL
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c. endurance/coordination
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d. stretching
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e. gait training/crutches/walker/cane
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Mentor Signature
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Evaluation Sheet for Clinical Rotation
Student name: _______________________________________________________________________
Rotation site: ___________________________________
Date: ____________________
Please evaluate the student for each category and mark the appropriate box. The scale proceeds from a high of 5 to a low of 0.
Area of Evaluation
5
4
3
Presents proper appearance:
Professional grooming.
Neat and clean.
Meets professional standards.
Attitude toward learning:
Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn.
Asks pertinent questions.
Demonstrates enthusiasm.
Exhibits emotional maturity.
Observes rules:
Observes safety factors.
Demonstrates understanding of Medical Ethics and
Confidentiality.
Quality of work:
Uses proper techniques.
Takes pride in work.
Exhibits ability to follow directions.
Quantity of work:
Follows directions.
Completes tasks on time.
Productive use of time.
Cooperates with others:
Works well with others.
Readily assists others.
Displays good human relations:
Shows tact and understanding.
Respectful of others.
Exhibits a positive attitude.
Comments:
Mentor:_____________________________________________
Date:___________________________________
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0
Physical Therapy (PT)
Post Rotation Reflection
(due on Friday or Monday after Rotation on Unit)
Answer the following questions using complete sentences and correct grammar/punctuation. Answer ALL questions.
1. The mentor(s) that I was assigned to was_____________________________________. Their
title(s) are_______________________________.
2. What did you like best about your rotation day in the department? Why?
3. What did you like least about your rotation day in this department? Why?
4. What skills did you perform while on this unit?
5. List five pieces of medical equipment that you observed on the unit this week.
6. What patient diagnosis and procedures did you learn about?
7. What medical terminology or abbreviations did you encounter? Name at least three and provide
definition or meaning.
8. Interview your mentor. List their educational background, job description, years of experience,
and level of job satisfaction.
Using the following space, write an essay describing your overall experience on the unit. When
reflecting on your day in the unit, think about your responsibility in your learning. What could you
have done differently to ensure that you have the optimal experience?
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Student Signature___________________________________ Date____________________