Contents
- Orthotic Domain 1 - Patient Assessment
- Orthotic Domain 2 - Formulation of the Treatment Plan
- Orthotic Domain 3 - Implementation of the Treatment Plan
- Orthotic Domain 4 - Follow-up to the Treatment Plan
- Orthotic Domain 5 - Practice Management
- Prosthetic Domain 1 - Patient Assessment
- Prosthetic Domain 2 - Formulation of the Treatment Plan
- Prosthetic Domain 3 - Implementation of the Treatment Plan
- Prosthetic Domain 4 - Follow-up to the Treatment Plan
- Prosthetic Domain 5 - Practice Management
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Practitioner Written Test Content Outline
January 2019
Prosthetic Domain 2 - Formulation of the Treatment Plan
Formulation of the Treatment Plan — 16%
- Evaluate the findings to determine an orthotic treatment plan
- Formulate treatment goals and expected prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain, increase comfort, provide stability, prevent deformity, address aesthetic factors and/or promote healing to enhance function and independence
- Consult with physician/referral source/appropriately licensed healthcare provider to modify, if necessary, the original prescription and/or treatment plan
- Identify design, materials and components to support treatment plan
- Develop a treatment plan based on patient needs, including patient education and follow-up
- Communicate to patient and/or caregiver about the recommended treatment plan and any optional plans, including disclosure of potential risks/benefits in prosthetic care
- Document treatment plan using established record-keeping techniques
- Ensure that patient or responsible parties are informed of their financial responsibilities (for example, insurance verification/authorization, deductibles, co-pays) as they pertain to proposed treatment plan
