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Sensitivity & Specificity
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - September 28, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsMariah finds in the literature that the Homans’ sign to screen for DVT is no longer advocated because the test lacks sensitivity and specificity. Which of the following is a consequence of a false-negative test? A. Receiving treatment when it is indicated B. Not receiving treatment when it ...
Hypovolemia
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - September 21, 2022 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsJeroomie presents with suspected hypovolemia after a long outing in the sun. Which of the following is the MOST anticipated finding: A. Arterial dilation B. Elevated heart rate with standing C. Bounding pulse D. Elevated central venous pressure LINKS MENTIONED: Did you get this ...
BPPV
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - September 14, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsSimon presents to the clinic with complaints of "room spinning" and transient nausea. The evaluating therapist suspects cupulolithiasis. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of BPPV from cupulolithiasis? A. Immediate onset of vertigo in provoking positions B. Presence of nystagmus...
Nerve Impingement
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - September 07, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsMarco presents to physical therapy complaining of diminished grip strength and neck discomfort at rest. Upon examination, the patient has weakened finger DIP flexion and wrist extension compared to the right. The patient also has diminished sensation along the hypothenar eminence. Which of the f...
HIPPA
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - August 31, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsHenry 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...
Breathing Techniques
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - August 24, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsParneet is instructing a patient on properly performing stacked breathing. Which of the following is the MOST likely indication for stacked breathing: A. Hyperventilation B. Crackles C. Hypoventilation D. Limited chest wall mobility LINKS MENTIONED: Did you get this question wr...
Pearson Coefficient
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - August 17, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsJethroe oversees a research study assessing the relationship between the frequency of exercise per week and the number of falls in elderly subjects. The Pearson coefficient is found to be -0.87. When presenting this information, which of the following is the MOST accurate: A. Exercising more...
Cognitive Assessment
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - August 10, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsBrenda is treating a patient with a recent brain injury. The therapist applies a strong noxious stimulus to the patient's forearm to elicit a response. The patient is difficult to arouse but, while awake, remains confused. Which of the following should be documented in the patient's record? ...
Reducing Muscle Tone
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - August 03, 2022 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsBreancha is treating a patient with Multiple Sclerosis and marked extensor tone in the lower extremities. Which of the following is the MOST effective strategy to reduce tone: A. Prolonged cooling B. Light stroking C. Spinning in a chair D. High-frequency vibration LINKS MENTIONED: ...
Berg Balance Scale
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 27, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsHughandra decides to evaluate the balance of an elderly patient using the Berg Balance Scale. Which of the following is NOT an area examined using this test? A. Unsupported sitting B. Retrieving an object from the floor C. Standing on one foot D. Walking while completing horizontal head...
Bone Mineral Density
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 20, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Helen is a 60-year-old who has been referred to physical therapy for balance training and fall prevention strategies. The patient's medical record describes generalized lower extremity wea...
Vestibular Rehabilitation 2
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 13, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Nywening is treating a patient diagnosed with a unilateral vestibular loss after repeated ear infections. The patient's main complaint is motion sensitivity and nausea. Which of the follow...
Ankylosing Spondylitis
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - July 06, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Siobahn is a 17-year-old male with a medical diagnosis of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Upon examination, the patient’s spine is hypomobile but denies pain wit...
Joint Mobilization
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 29, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Aiden is being evaluated for mild discomfort in the right hip joint after a running injury two weeks ago. Upon examination, the patient has stiffness, hypomobility, decreased hip flexion, ...
Gait Analysis & Initial Contact
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 22, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Carmello is performing a gait analysis and notices that the patient’s toes are the first points of contact with the ground during initial contact. Which of the following is the LEAST like...
Falls & Meds
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 15, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Francine has a past medical history of angina, depression, and acid reflux. The patient is being seen for frequent falls in the home but denies dizziness, vertigo, or sudden weakness. The...
Plumb Line 2
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 08, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Gupta is assessing a patient's posture using a new plumbline assessment tool. Upon examination, the line of gravity falls posteriorly to the cervical spine joints. Which of the following op...
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury Findings
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - June 01, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Vidhi is performing a chart review of his patient who has a T1 ASIA B SCI. Which of the following findings is MOST likely when treating this patient? A. Paradoxical breathing pattern ...
Scapular Dysfunction 2
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 25, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Laura is being re-evaluated 12 weeks status post rotator cuff repair. While performing shoulder abduction actively, the therapist observes excessive clavicular elevation and lateral flexi...
Causes of Lymphedema
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 18, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Hemisha is a student clinical intern providing an in-service about the causes of lymphedema. Which of the following is NOT a cause of secondary lymphedema? A. Dysplasia B. Radiation ...
Lateral Trunk Bending
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - May 11, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Bebet is recovering from a right CVA and wears a solid AFO to stabilize the left foot. While observing gait, the therapist notices lateral trunk bending towards the left during midstance. ...
Parkinson's Disease Plan of Care
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 27, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Eddy presents with a history of Parkinson’s Disease and is being seen in the inpatient hospital. The patient is ambulatory but requires close supervision by the therapist to prevent falls...
Leg Length Discrepancy
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 20, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Kevin assesses a patient’s functional leg length difference and discovers that the right lower extremity is longer. Which of the following joint actions would LEAST likely be present due t...
Weight Bearing Precautions
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 13, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Rani is being treated status post bilateral Achilles tendon repair after a fall from a tall ladder. Post-surgical orders are for TTWB (Toe Touch Weight Bearing) bilaterally. Which of the ...
Median Nerve Palsy
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - April 06, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Audra presents with wasting of the thenar eminence of the hand as a result of median nerve palsy. The patient’s thumb appears to have fallen in line with the fingers due to the pull of th...
Hypoventilation & Differential Diagnosis
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 30, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Saanvi is being treated by physical therapy for dizziness and functional decline. Hypoventilation is NOT a breathing pattern commonly associated with which of the following conditions? ...
Cobb Angle
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 23, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Ryland, a 13-year-old male, presents with left thoracic scoliosis. The patient denies back pain; however, the patient's Cobb angle has progressed from 20 to 27 degrees over the past year....
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 16, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Manny presents to physical therapy with diabetic polyneuropathy. Which of the following skin care recommendations is the MOST appropriate for this patient? A. Place limbs in a hot soak with...
Iontophoresis
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 09, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Kenny is looking to facilitate scar healing with iontophoresis. Which of the following should the therapist utilize during treatment? A. Acetate B. Copper C. Dexamethasone phosphate...
Exertional Chest Pain
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy - March 02, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 232 ratingsAre you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Devaroy presents to physical therapy with a past medical history of stable angina. The therapist wishes to avoid exercising the patient into chest pain by determining myocardial oxygen co...
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