Which of the following is a true statement about the components of the patient management model described in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice?
A) Therapeutic exercise is classified as a procedural intervention.
B) Goals and outcomes are synonymous terms.
C) A primary focus of the diagnostic process performed by physical therapists is the identification of pathology.
D) It is appropriate to discharge a patient from an exercise program only when the patient has attained the goals stated in the initial or original plan of care.

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According to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, therapeutic exercise is classified as a procedural intervention, which is one of the components of the patient management model.

Answer: B
 Goals and outcomes are not synonymous terms. Goals refer to what the patient wants to achieve, while outcomes refer to the results of the intervention.

Answer: C
 The primary focus of the diagnostic process performed by physical therapists is identifying movement impairments and functional limitations, not necessarily identifying pathology.

Answer: D
 Discharging a patient from an exercise program should be based on clinical judgment and the patient's progress, not just on whether they have attained the goals stated in the initial or original plan of care.

Which of the Following Is a True Statement About the Components