Orthotic Fitter PSI online Exam
Questions (SAE - Self
Assessment Exam)
Which of the following patients is likely to be helped by a lumbosacral
corset?
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain
2. a thin person w/ sciatica
3. an obese person w/ sciatica
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - -A.
-An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx that reads "TEDS BK". A
certified orthotic fitter should:
Call the pt's physician for clarification. Measure the pt's ankle, calf &
foot length. Measure the pt's ankle, thigh, & leg length. Fit the pt for a
below knee anti-embolism stocking. - -Fit the pt for a below the knee-
anti-embolism stocking
-Which of the following is an element of a quality assurance system to
evaluate pt care?
Thank you letter. HIPAA Privacy Notice. Proof of delivery. Satisfaction
survey. - -satisfaction survery
-For severely dropped internal organs, the ptosis pad should be placed
at the:
Proximal margin of the umbilicus. Proximal costal margin to the ribs.
Inferior margin of the ASIS. Inferior margin of the abdomen. - -inferior
margin of the abdomen
-Multiple sclerosis initially affects which of the following systems?
Nervous, Muscular, Circulatory, or Respiratory - -nervous
-Which of the following complications is MOST likely to occur following a
radical mastectomy?
Prolapse, Lymphedema, Incisional hernia, or Frozen shouder - -
lymphedema
-While attending a wound care clinic, a COF meets a physician whose
aunt is pt of the fitter. They physician asks about her aunt's condition.
Which of the following is the fitter's MOST appropriate response?
Show the physician her aunt's file. Answer the physician's inquiry in
vague terms. Suggest moving the discussion to a private location.
Recommend the physician contact her aunt directly. - -recommend they
physician contact her aunt directly
, -Chondromalacia patella is BEST treated w/ which of the following
orthoses?
Knee sleeve w/ lateral J. Knee sleeve w/ popliteal cutout. Single-upright
brace. Double-upright brace? - -knee sleeve w/ lateral J
-The correct fitting of a rigid cervical collar should place the cervical
spine in which of the following positions?
Hyperextension. Extension. Neutral. Flexion. - -Neutral
-A patient had a modified radical mastectomy followed by radiation &
chemo. Broken blood vessels are apparent on her chest wall & she c/o of
some discomfort w/ pressure on the radiated area. Which of the
following prostheses would be appropriate for her fitting?
1. Concave-back silicone form. 2. Adhesive silicone form. 3. Custom-
molded adhesive silicone form. 4. Gel back silicone form.
A. 1&2. B. 1&4. C. 2&3. D. 3&4. - -B. 1 & 4 only
-After fitting a pt w/ neoprene knee orthosis w/ spiral stays, a COF
should instruct the pt to return for which of the following reasons?
1. Skin rash/irritation. 2. Excessive pressure at hinges. 3. Numbness in
foot. 4. Orthosis migration.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3.4. - -C. 1, 3 & 4 only.
-When fitting a patient, a COF should:
1. Take the pt into a private room. 2. Alter the Rx for pt comfort. 3.
Introduce himself by name to the pt. 4. Clarify any Rx that appears
unclear.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - -C. 1, 3 & 4 only
-A 27 y/o female pt to be fitted w/ a breast prosthesis is very emotional
at the time of her fitting. The COF should:
Call the physician & explain the situation. Suggest the pt return when
she is ready. Face the pt away from the mirror & offer a drape. Let the
pt express her feelings & discuss them. - -let the pt express her feelings
& discuss them
-In the anatomical position, the thumb is:
Adducted, Abducted, Supinated, Pronated. - -abducted
-A pt present w/ a Rx for a semi-rigid cervical orthoses. The pt is to be
positioned in extension. A COF should fit the pt w/ a :
Philadelphia Cervical Orthosis. SOMI Cervical Orthosis. High occipital
piece w/ a short mandibular piece. Short occipital piece w/ a high
mandibular piece. - -short occipital piece w/ a high mandibular piece
-Which of the following is an advantage of a neoprene sleeve?
Adjustability. Ease of application. Heat retention. Hypoallergenic. - -heat
retention
Questions (SAE - Self
Assessment Exam)
Which of the following patients is likely to be helped by a lumbosacral
corset?
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain
2. a thin person w/ sciatica
3. an obese person w/ sciatica
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - -A.
-An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx that reads "TEDS BK". A
certified orthotic fitter should:
Call the pt's physician for clarification. Measure the pt's ankle, calf &
foot length. Measure the pt's ankle, thigh, & leg length. Fit the pt for a
below knee anti-embolism stocking. - -Fit the pt for a below the knee-
anti-embolism stocking
-Which of the following is an element of a quality assurance system to
evaluate pt care?
Thank you letter. HIPAA Privacy Notice. Proof of delivery. Satisfaction
survey. - -satisfaction survery
-For severely dropped internal organs, the ptosis pad should be placed
at the:
Proximal margin of the umbilicus. Proximal costal margin to the ribs.
Inferior margin of the ASIS. Inferior margin of the abdomen. - -inferior
margin of the abdomen
-Multiple sclerosis initially affects which of the following systems?
Nervous, Muscular, Circulatory, or Respiratory - -nervous
-Which of the following complications is MOST likely to occur following a
radical mastectomy?
Prolapse, Lymphedema, Incisional hernia, or Frozen shouder - -
lymphedema
-While attending a wound care clinic, a COF meets a physician whose
aunt is pt of the fitter. They physician asks about her aunt's condition.
Which of the following is the fitter's MOST appropriate response?
Show the physician her aunt's file. Answer the physician's inquiry in
vague terms. Suggest moving the discussion to a private location.
Recommend the physician contact her aunt directly. - -recommend they
physician contact her aunt directly
, -Chondromalacia patella is BEST treated w/ which of the following
orthoses?
Knee sleeve w/ lateral J. Knee sleeve w/ popliteal cutout. Single-upright
brace. Double-upright brace? - -knee sleeve w/ lateral J
-The correct fitting of a rigid cervical collar should place the cervical
spine in which of the following positions?
Hyperextension. Extension. Neutral. Flexion. - -Neutral
-A patient had a modified radical mastectomy followed by radiation &
chemo. Broken blood vessels are apparent on her chest wall & she c/o of
some discomfort w/ pressure on the radiated area. Which of the
following prostheses would be appropriate for her fitting?
1. Concave-back silicone form. 2. Adhesive silicone form. 3. Custom-
molded adhesive silicone form. 4. Gel back silicone form.
A. 1&2. B. 1&4. C. 2&3. D. 3&4. - -B. 1 & 4 only
-After fitting a pt w/ neoprene knee orthosis w/ spiral stays, a COF
should instruct the pt to return for which of the following reasons?
1. Skin rash/irritation. 2. Excessive pressure at hinges. 3. Numbness in
foot. 4. Orthosis migration.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3.4. - -C. 1, 3 & 4 only.
-When fitting a patient, a COF should:
1. Take the pt into a private room. 2. Alter the Rx for pt comfort. 3.
Introduce himself by name to the pt. 4. Clarify any Rx that appears
unclear.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - -C. 1, 3 & 4 only
-A 27 y/o female pt to be fitted w/ a breast prosthesis is very emotional
at the time of her fitting. The COF should:
Call the physician & explain the situation. Suggest the pt return when
she is ready. Face the pt away from the mirror & offer a drape. Let the
pt express her feelings & discuss them. - -let the pt express her feelings
& discuss them
-In the anatomical position, the thumb is:
Adducted, Abducted, Supinated, Pronated. - -abducted
-A pt present w/ a Rx for a semi-rigid cervical orthoses. The pt is to be
positioned in extension. A COF should fit the pt w/ a :
Philadelphia Cervical Orthosis. SOMI Cervical Orthosis. High occipital
piece w/ a short mandibular piece. Short occipital piece w/ a high
mandibular piece. - -short occipital piece w/ a high mandibular piece
-Which of the following is an advantage of a neoprene sleeve?
Adjustability. Ease of application. Heat retention. Hypoallergenic. - -heat
retention
