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Forefoot Pain Evaluation

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 10, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Kelly a 30-year-old marathon runner presents with a gradual onset of persistent pain at the base of the first metatarsal, which intensifies during long runs and eases with rest. Examination reveals localized swelling, tenderness on palpation, and pain during passive extension of the big toe. Rad...

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Episode 195 NPTEFF PT Mega Review

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - July 04, 2024 02:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 195 NPTEFF PT Mega Review

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Cardiac Immediate Action

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 03, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Jane has a history of coronary artery disease (CAD) and is performing marching and lunges during an in-home visit. The patient suddenly reports chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. The physical therapist's IMMEDIATE action should be: A. Stop the exercise and have the patient sit down...

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Pediatric Lower Extremity Evaluation

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 26, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Matt, a 17-year-old athlete, experiences chronic muscle weakness, foot deformities (high arches and hammer toes), and sensory deficits in his legs and feet. These symptoms have been progressively worsening over the past few years, without any associated swelling or inflammation. Which condition ...

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Episode 194 NPTEFF PTA Mega Review

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - June 20, 2024 02:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 194 NPTEFF PTA Mega Review

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Multiple Sclerosis Interventions

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 19, 2024 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Suely a 40-year-old female with multiple sclerosis (MS) presents with ataxic gait, characterized by wide base of support, irregular steps, and difficulty maintaining balance. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to address her gait abnormalities? A. High-intensity plyometric ...

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Diabetes & Wound Care

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 12, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Blakely is a 65-year-old female with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus presents with a non-healing wound on her left foot. The wound has been present for six weeks and shows no signs of improvement. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to promote wound healing? A. Hydrot...

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Episode 193 NPTEFF In-Person Boot Camp

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - June 06, 2024 02:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 193 NPTEFF In-Person Boot Camp

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Anterior Knee Pain & Cycling

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 05, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Raj presents with anterior knee pain that worsens during prolonged cycling. Which of the following adjustments to the bike setup would be MOST beneficial in alleviating the cyclist's symptoms? A. Lowering the saddle height B. Raising the saddle height C. Moving the saddle forward D. Moving t...

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ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 29, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Caden is a physical therapist who notes that a patient with a recent ACL reconstruction is reluctant to perform weight-bearing exercises. The patient expresses fear of re-injury. The MOST appropriate response to facilitate rehabilitation progress would involve: A. Encouraging the patient to ign...

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Episode 192 NPTEFF Ulcerative Colitis vs Crohn's Disease

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - May 23, 2024 02:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 192 NPTEFF Ulcerative Colitis vs Crohn's Disease

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Assistive Device Prescription 2

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 22, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Xavier is a patient who recently underwent hip replacement surgery and is now at a rehabilitation facility with a weight-bearing as tolerated (WBAT) status. The patient is 75 years old with mild Parkinson’s disease, affecting his balance and coordination. Given these considerations, which assist...

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Acute Low Back Pain

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 15, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Gerard arrives at physical therapy reporting acute lower back pain following an attempt to lift a heavy box. The pain radiates into both lower extremities constantly. During examination, all lumbar motions exacerbate the pain, and the patient prefers to stand and sit with increased lumbar flexio...

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Episode 191 NPTEFF Interview with Dr. Patrick Berner

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - May 09, 2024 02:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 191 NPTEFF Interview with Dr. Patrick Berner

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Lower Extremity Lymphedema

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 08, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Margot, a 53-year-old woman, presents to physical therapy with bilateral, symmetrical enlargement of her legs extending from her hips to her ankles, sparing the feet. She reports the condition is painful and has worsened over several years. Skin texture is normal, and there is no pitting edema. ...

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Drug Interactions

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 01, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Jerry, a patient with type 2 diabetes, has been prescribed metformin to manage his blood glucose levels. The physical therapist understands that metformin’s primary function is to: A) Stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin. B) Decrease the liver's production of glucose. C) Increase th...

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Episode 190 NPTEFF Three Phase Approach to Studying

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - April 25, 2024 02:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 190 NPTEFF Three Phase Approach to Studying

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Ulcer Examination

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 24, 2024 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Julian, a 59-year-old patient with a longstanding history of type 2 diabetes, presents with a chronic, non-healing wound on his foot. The wound is located on the lateral aspect of the foot, characterized by a sharply demarcated, circular margin, and a pale, dry base with minimal exudate. His med...

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Respiratory Interventions

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 17, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Richard is a 75-year-old male patient being treated by physical therapy. In educating a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about managing exacerbations at home, what advice should the physical therapist emphasize as MOST important? A. Use of an incentive spirometer every ...

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Episode 189 NPTEFF Outside Of The Classroom

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - April 11, 2024 02:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 189 NPTEFF Outside Of The Classroom

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Stroke & Motor Learning

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 10, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Vivek is being seen by physical therapy after recovering well from a stroke. The patient is refining gait during the autonomous stage of motor learning. Which activity is BEST to challenge their gait adaptability? A. Walking backwards on a treadmill
 B. Navigating a cluttered hallway
 C. Step...

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Right Congestive Heart Failure

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 03, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Henry presents with right-sided congestive heart failure and reports slight limitations in physical activity. The patient is comfortable at rest; however, ordinary physical activity results in fatigue, palpitation, or dyspnea. Based on this description, which of the following activities is the p...

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Episode 188 NPTEFF Group vs Independent Studying

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - March 28, 2024 02:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 188 NPTEFF Group vs Independent Studying

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Neurological Differential Diagnosis

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 27, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Andrea is a 45-year-old patient presents to physical therapy with complaints of fluctuating muscle weakness, notably worsening toward the evening. The patient reports difficulty maintaining upward gaze and a history of transient diplopia. No sensory deficits were reported. Which of the following...

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Ramp Specifications & ADA Requirements

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 20, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
A physical therapy clinic is planning to install a new wheelchair ramp that incorporates a switchback for space efficiency. According to ADA guidelines, what is the MINIMUM required landing size at the switchback to ensure compliance and safety? A) 36 inches by 36 inches B) 48 inches by 48 inche...

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Episode 187 NPTEFF Lung Auscultation Question

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - March 14, 2024 02:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 187 NPTEFF Lung Auscultation Question

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Pediatric Evaluation

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 13, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Jessie is a 12-year-old male patient who presents with an onset of groin pain. The patient has a BMI of 28 and a recent growth spurt. The physical therapist notes the patient has a limp with external rotation of the affected leg during ambulation. Which of the following diagnoses is MOST likely?...

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Initial Course of Action

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 06, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Joscelin receives a referral for a patient with a diagnosis that the therapist is unfamiliar with. What is the INITIAL course of action? A. Decline the referral, citing lack of expertise B. Accept the patient and start treatment C. Research the condition D. Refer the patient to another thera...

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Episode 186 NPTEFF CSM Recap

NPTE Final Frontier Podcast - February 29, 2024 03:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 122 ratings
Episode 186 NPTEFF CSM Recap

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HIPAA

NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - February 28, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratings
Henry is treating a patient with severe complications after right total knee arthroplasty. The therapist is preparing a new total knee arthroplasty presentation for his healthcare team and wants to remain HIPAA compliant. Which of the following is NOT a form of protected health information cover...