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Which of the following theories supports the use of TENS unit for sensory level pain control?
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Sensory interaction theory
Gate control theory
None of these
Central summation theory
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A 63-year-old woman presents to physical therapy with a diagnosis of herpes zoster. The physical therapist informs the PTA that the L5 dorsal root is involved and that a TENS unit should be used to control the pain. Where should the TENS unit electrodes be placed?
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Anterior lateral tibia
Posterior thigh
Anterior thigh
Lateral hip or greater trochanter area
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Which of the following theories supports the use of TENS unit for sensory level pain control?
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A 63-year-old woman presents to physical therapy with a diagnosis of herpes zoster. The physical therapist informs the PTA that the L5 dorsal root is involved and that a TENS unit should be used to control the pain. Where should the TENS unit electrodes be placed?
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60 sec
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A patient with chronic back pain is referred to physical therapy for application of TENS unit. The parameters chosen by the physical therapist are set to provide noxious stimulus described as an acupuncture type of stimulus. Which of the following lists of parameters produces this type of stimulation?
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60 sec
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A patient with acute back pain is given a transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation unit to use at home. The PTA provides detailed instructions on the care and use of the unit. Which of the following activities is NOT the responsibility of the patient?
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60 sec
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A PTA reviews the parameters of several pain modulation theories using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. When comparing sensory stimulation to motor stimulation, sensory stimulation requires :
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60 sec
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A supervising physical therapist has included interferential current stimulation to the treatment plan of a 38-year-old man. A PTA is asked to perform this procedure. How many channels will be used?
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What is the most likely goal of treatment for a patient whose treatment plan includes interferential current stimulation?
