Exam Preview for 5975: Scleroderma And The OT Role March 29, 2023

Scleroderma And The OT Role

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1. What does the "C" in CREST stand for in limited cutaneous, a subtype of systemic sclerosis? Calcinosis Combined Complex Chronic
2. Which body system can be impacted by scleroderma? Skin Joints Heart/lungs All of the above
3. Which is NOT a guideline for stretching exercises for scleroderma? Heat and massage before exercises to warm up tissues Do frequently and beyond resistance Maintain stretch for only 1-2 seconds without causing blanching Range of motion/stretching exercises should be aggressive and started before obvious deformities
4. Why do those with scleroderma have an increased risk for periodontal disease? A microstomia or small mouth Difficulty eating and oral hygiene May have Sjögrens syndrome All of the above
5. What are the 3 "As" of stress reduction? Avoid, adjust, acclimate Accommodate, align, amend Alter, avoid, accept None of the above