Chapter 01: Patient Supervision and Observation During Treatment MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Who is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision, data collection, and appropriate supervision of a patient during physical therapy? a. Physical therapist (PT) b. Physical therapist assistant (PTA) c. Nursing assistant d. Medical doctor ANS: B The PTA is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision, data collection skills, and appropriate problem-solving and clinical decision making. REF: P. 3 2. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the clinical patient supervision process? a. To gather relevant information and data b. To establish and enhance rapport, trust, and confidence c. To prescribe interventions the patient requires d. To assist in the management of the patient ANS: C PTAs do not prescribe interventions for the patient. The PTA observes, documents, and discusses patient observations with the PT. REF: P. 4 3. Select the open-ended question. a. What is your pain level today on a scale of 1-10? b. When did the pain begin? c. Tell me about the time that you injured knee. d. When did you take your last pain medication? ANS: C The open-ended question leads the patient to