What is the rationale for using a tetanizing frequency when performing functional electrical stimulation?

What will be an ideal response?


Active muscle contractions are performed in a sustained intermittent mode as opposed to an interrupted twitching mode. A low frequency will create twitching contractions and will not simulate active contractions; a frequency between 35 to 50 pps will allow for a more sustained contraction.

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A. technical B. emergency C. fine D. gross

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Asepsis is:

A) clean technique. B) reducing or eliminating pathogens. C) both A and B. D) neither A nor B.

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A. Slurred speech B. Chest pain radiating to the arm, shoulder, and jaw C. Diarrhea and abdominal cramps D. Anorexia E. Confusion and a strong, rapid pulse

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