NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy

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Brain Functions Dec 16, 2020

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Marissa is suspected of having damage to the precentral gyrus. Which of the following should the evaluating therapist assess for:

A. Ability to sense touch and temperature

B. Ability to initiate a motor task

C. Ability to identify family members and close friends

D. Ability to comprehend spoken and written language

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Nerve Injuries & Function Loss Dec 09, 2020

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Roger presents with marked swelling at the medial elbow after hours of resting his arm down on a flat surface. The patient complains of diminished sensation along the medial aspect of his right hand. Which of the following activities is likely the MOST difficult for the patient to perform?

A. Writing with a fine-tipped pen

B. Carrying a bucket using a two-finger hook grasp

C. Swiping a credit card

D. Painting on a small canvas using light brush strokes

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Feedback Dec 02, 2020

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Jonie is instructing a patient with a CVA on proper gait sequence using a hemi-cane. The patient is seen dragging the device and placing excessive weight onto the hemiparetic limb. Which of the following is the MOST effective form of feedback?

A. Summed feedback

B. Performance feedback

C. Bandwidth feedback

D. Faded-feedback

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Diagnostic Imaging Nov 25, 2020

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Aaralyn presents with a suspected Type 2 SLAP lesion and is undergoing diagnostic imaging using contrast to enhance visualization. Which of the following tests is the MOST likely to be performed?

A. Computerized Tomography

B. Bone Scintillography

C. Magnetic Resonance Arthrogram (MRA)

D. Positron Emission Tomography (PET-scan)

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Biomechanics Nov 18, 2020

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Rebecca presents with bilateral coxa vara and genu valgum. Which of the following is the MOST likely secondary complication:

A. Medial patellar subluxation

B. Lateral compartmental knee osteoarthritis

C. Pes cavum

D. LCL sprain

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Neural Tension Testing Nov 11, 2020

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Greg presents with burning lateral foot pain that began three days ago. The therapist would like to assess for irritation of the sural nerve. Which of the following would MAXIMALLY stress the sural nerve?

A. Knee extension, ankle dorsiflexion, and inversion

B. Knee extension, ankle plantar flexion, and eversion

C. Knee flexion, ankle plantar flexion, and inversion

D. Knee flexion, ankle dorsiflexion, and inversion

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ABCDE Method Nov 04, 2020

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During a routine skin check, Logan finds a suspicious discoloration on the patient’s back that is 8mm in size. The borders are asymmetrical and irregular. According to the ABCDE method, which of the following should be assessed NEXT:

A. Cancer stage

B. Current diet

C. Early signs of tenderness to palpation

D. Evolving size or shape

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Prosthetic K Levels Oct 28, 2020

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Jaxson is a 30-year-old patient who is being prescribed a K3 prosthetic. Which of the following describes the patient’s highest functionality level?

A. High level activity demonstrated such as active adult and athletes

B. Limited community ambulator

C. Household ambulator

D. Community ambulator

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Female Athlete Triad Oct 21, 2020

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Nadine is treating a young female athlete who presents with recurrent knee injuries. The therapist suspects the female triad is contributing to the problem. Which of the following BEST characterizes this condition:

A. Disordered eating, amenorrhea, osteoporosis

B. Depression, amenorrhea, recurrent ligamentous injuries

C. ACL tear, MCL tear, and a medial meniscus tear

D. Disordered eating, depression, and osteoporosis

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Wheelchairs, Ramps, & ADA Guidelines Oct 14, 2020

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Heather is preparing discharge plans for a patient with a C8 spinal cord injury. Based on the general guidelines for wheelchair accessibility in the home, which of the following is NOT recommended?

Ramp slope 1:12 ratio
Ramp width 32 inches
Door width 34 inches
Ramp landing platform 5x5ft2

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