Patellar tendon reflex abnormality is indicative of an issue located where? -
ANSWER L4 nerve root
A pt who has GERD is most likely to benefit from education to reduce
consumption of which of the following types of food? - ANSWER coffee & fatty
foods (also chocolate, peppermint, alcohol, and fried foods)
a pt sustained a nerve injury just below the inguinal ligament. which of the
following gait deviations is the pt likely to demonstrate? - ANSWER
hyperextension of the knee during stance phase
- the nerve involved is the femoral nerve, which innervates the quadriceps
E-stim setting for a pt w/ 3/5 quad strength, intact sensation, and 0/10 pain? -
ANSWER - frequency = 50 pps
- duration = 250 us
large mm groups require a frequency of 35-80 pps and pulse duration of 200-300 us
resisted dorsiflexion assesses which nerve root? - ANSWER L5
which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with RV failure? - ANSWER
jugular venous distention
What is a common objective finding in a pt with PD at Hoehn Yahr Stage 4? -
ANSWER erratic respiration (due to dyskinetic movement patterns of the mm's
of respiration)
T/F: cardiac arrhythmias are associated with Parkinson's Disease - ANSWER
False
a pt who reports new onset of back pain had a radiograph that identified wedging
of the L1 vertebral body. Which mm groups would be the most appropriate to
stretch - ANSWER - shoulder horizontal adductors
- shoulder ERs
- hip extensors
- hip IRs
, (suggests osteoporosis, which alludes to trunk flexion and flexion activities)
pt has weakness with scapular upward rotation and protraction. Which nerve is
involved? - ANSWER long thoracic nerve
a pt has a negative result on a stress test for the MCL (of the elbow). A radiograph
shows the coronoid process is inferior to the trochlea. What is the likely injury? -
ANSWER posterolateral displacement
normal respiratory rate for an 8-year old - ANSWER 18-30 breaths/min
major indication for spinal fusion for scoliosis - ANSWER Cobb angle > 45deg
13 year old has groin pain that radiates to the anterior thigh. antalgic gait pattern
and LE is maintained in a laterally rotated position. What condition is likely
present? - ANSWER Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE)
What form of compression is best for the intensive treatment phase in pt's with
lymphadem? - ANSWER short-stretch bandages
a pt w/ hypothyroidism is likely to exhibit which symptoms? - ANSWER lethargy,
decreased appetite, constipation, muscle aches, intolerance to cold
during exercise, a pt has sudden onset of dyspnea, crackles (rales) on auscultation,
and an S3 heart sound. Which course of action should the PT perform? - ANSWER
terminate exercise due to cardiovascular pump dysfunction
Why do pt's normally have a forward trunk lean while walking? - ANSWER to
compensate for weak knee extensors (quads)
T/F: bronchospasm is blunted when exercising in a humid environment, compared
with a dry environment. - ANSWER TRUE
In a hiatal hernia, which of the following structures becomes entrapped? -
ANSWER stomach
Which medication is likely to increase risk of peptic ulcer disease? - ANSWER
ibuprofen (motrin)
a 4 y/o shows no interaction with peers and has increased sensitivity to sound &
touch, and poor eye contact. What technique should the PT employ? - ANSWER
provide structured routines (child shows signs of autism spectrum disorder)
Which heart sounds indicates ventricular failure? - ANSWER S3
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