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Risk Assessment Prediction Tool (RAPT)
Summary
What it measures:
The RAPT is a 6 question survey based on a 12-point scoring system created to predict discharge disposition after elective total joint replacement.
Target Population:
This test is specifically utilized in patients preceding elective total knee or total hip arthroplasty.
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Date: May 23, 2017
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Test & Measure
Diane Heislein PT, DPT, MS
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