THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE · CHAPTER 11
Adherence & Program Planning — Practice
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QUESTION 1 OF 2
Which approach best checks understanding of a home exercise program?
A. Ask only, ‘Does that make sense?’
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A yes/no response may miss confusion or difficulty performing the exercise.
Best answer: C. Ask for a demonstration and an explanation of purpose, dose and response plan.
Teach-back and demonstration reveal what needs clarification. Correct unclear parts together.
What this tests: Use teach-back to check understanding.
B. Have the person repeat the exercise names.
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Knowing the names does not establish how to perform or adjust the program.
Best answer: C. Ask for a demonstration and an explanation of purpose, dose and response plan.
Teach-back and demonstration reveal what needs clarification. Correct unclear parts together.
What this tests: Use teach-back to check understanding.
C. Ask for a demonstration and an explanation of purpose, dose and response plan.
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That’s right.
Teach-back and demonstration reveal what needs clarification. Correct unclear parts together.
What this tests: Use teach-back to check understanding.
D. Give a longer handout without observing performance.
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Written instructions can support understanding but do not establish it on their own.
Best answer: C. Ask for a demonstration and an explanation of purpose, dose and response plan.
Teach-back and demonstration reveal what needs clarification. Correct unclear parts together.
What this tests: Use teach-back to check understanding.
QUESTION 2 OF 2
Which element turns a home exercise intention into a concrete action plan?
A. An agreed time, place, dose and suitable equipment
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A specific, feasible plan clarifies how the activity can fit the person’s day.
What this tests: Make a home program actionable.
B. A larger list of possible exercises
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More choices do not necessarily resolve access, time or understanding barriers.
Best answer: A. An agreed time, place, dose and suitable equipment
A specific, feasible plan clarifies how the activity can fit the person’s day.
What this tests: Make a home program actionable.
C. A general instruction to ‘be more motivated’
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Motivation advice alone does not specify what to do or address practical barriers.
Best answer: A. An agreed time, place, dose and suitable equipment
A specific, feasible plan clarifies how the activity can fit the person’s day.
What this tests: Make a home program actionable.
D. A promise that reminders will solve every barrier
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Reminders may help, but pain, access, caregiving or other barriers may need different solutions.
Best answer: A. An agreed time, place, dose and suitable equipment
A specific, feasible plan clarifies how the activity can fit the person’s day.
What this tests: Make a home program actionable.
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Based on these uploaded class references: 2 Assessment and Prescription; 3 Functioning and Disability. Original explanations and examples; class slides and licensed assessment forms are not reproduced. Current reference links: NICE PH49: goals, planning, monitoring and support. This is a concise student overview, not a complete treatment protocol. Apply skills within supervision, assessment findings and current precautions. Reviewed October 29, 2026.
