Plan of Care

Question 1

What is the radiologic report

Answer 1

• Attempts to link radiologic signs with patient Hx & exam
• Provides a standard of comparison with previous exam
• Permanent record
• Provides important indications & contraindications for medical intervention
• Research
• Communication b/w healthcare professionals

Question 2

Components of the report

Answer 2

• Heading
• Clinical information: brief summary of relevant data in the Hx, physical exam, & lab studies
• Findings: ABCs search pattern = 4 paragraphs
• Conclusion/impression: Dx is reported
• Recommendations (addition images needed)
• Signature

Question 3

Use of radiologist diagnosis related to physical therapy diagnoses

Answer 3

• Radiologist creates the pathoanatomical Dx
• PT will use this Dx to inform the PT Dx, prognosis, & treatment plan
• Example: Radiologist = Dx of OA and PT Dx = LE pain, weakness, inability to fully extend the knee causing…

Question 4

Questions related to imaging in physical therapy intervention

Answer 4

• What barriers to normal movement might exist at the joint?
• Which interventions for restoring movement are safe & appropriate at any given point in a patient’s rehabilitation?
• How much stress applied to healing tissues will promote the return of normal function w/o comprising optimal healing?
• Where should the limb be stabilized to avoid movement at a fracture site?
• How much WBing is safe currently?
• What is the stage of healing of the involved disorder?