Contents
- Orthotic Domain 1 - Assessment
- Orthotic Domain 2 - Implementation of the Treatment Plan
- Orthotic Domain 3 - Continuation of the Treatment Plan
- Orthotic Domain 4 - Practice Management
- Prosthetic Domain 1 - Assessment
- Prosthetic Domain 2 - Implementation of the Treatment Plan
- Prosthetic Domain 3 - Continuation of the Treatment Plan
- Prosthetic Domain 4 - Practice Management
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Assistant Test Content Outline
Test content outline Orthotic/Prosthetic Assistant
May 2025
Prosthetic Domain 2 - Implementation of the Treatment Plan
Implementation of the Treatment Plan — 35%
- Provide patient/caregiver with pre/post-operative education and care.
- Educate and prepare patient/caregiver for treatment plan.
- Perform procedure utilizing appropriate materials/techniques to obtain impression/model, adhering to all standard safety protocols.
- Prepare and modify impression/model for fabrication.
- Fabricate, assemble, and align prosthesis to prepare for safe initial or diagnostic fitting, according to treatment plan.
- Assess and adjust static and dynamic alignment of prosthesis to provide optimal function and comfort.
- Ensure that materials, design, and components are provided as specified in the treatment plan.
- Complete fabrication process after achieving optimal fit and function of device.
- Finalize prosthesis for structural quality and safety at time of delivery, according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
- Educate patient/caregiver about the use and maintenance of the prosthesis.
- Document treatment using established documentation requirements to comply with the treatment plan.
