Physical Therapy Pre-Final Test

What rotator cuff muscle is the number pointing to? #3 #4 #6 #7

#3- subscapularis #4- supraspinatus #6- teres minor #7- infraspinatus

The patient has a blood pressure measured at 136/90. Which number is systolic? A. 136 B. 90 C. Neither numbers D. Both numbers

A. 136

What structure is #1 pointing to? A. Clavicle B. Scapula C. Thoracic Vertebrae D. Radius

A. Clavicle

What is subjective out of the following information gathered from the patient client management model? A. The Patients symptoms are worsening B. Blood Pressure is 120/80 C. The MRI shows that the patient has an ACL injury D. The patients temperature is 97 degrees

A. The Patients symptoms are worsening

Which statement is correct? A. The neck is superior to the pelvis B. The chest is inferior to the stomach C. The hip is superior to the shoulder D. The ribs are superior to the chin

A. The neck is superior to the pelvis

What is the immediate response of the blood vessels to injury? A. Vasoconstriction B. Vasodilation C. Increased capillary permeability D. There is no action by the blood vessels in the immediate time after a wound

A. Vasoconstriction

Distal means what? A. away from the trunk; the opposite of proximal B. closer to the midline in relation to another part C. toward the head D. toward the front (stomach side)

A. away from the trunk; the opposite of proximal

Where is Carpal Tunnel located? A. wrist B. arm C. leg D. foot

A. wrist

Audie is insured and has a $90 deductible, $10 co-pay, and 80/20 coinsurance. She has an unfortunate accident because she was dumb and tried to dunk a basketball hoop and thought she was athletic. Audie suffers an inversion ankle sprain because of this accident. Her total cost for his medical bills is $200. What is the total amount she will end up having to pay? A. $100 B. $120 C. $140 D. $160

B. $120

Getting out of the bed, drinking from a cup, and putting on shoes are all examples of which of the following? A. Outcome measures B. Activities of daily living (ADLs) C. Interventions D. Special tests

B. Activities of daily living (ADLs)

What is a deductible? A. Set dollar amount a patient must pay for at office visit B. Amount you pay before insurance pays claim C. Amount Subscriber pays for health insurance every month D. Federally funded health insurance program that covers the elderly population

B. Amount you pay before insurance pays claim

What diagnosis would you use pulmonary drainage techniques for? A. Asthma B. Cystic Fibrosis C. Multiple Sclerosis D. High Blood Pressure

B. Cystic Fibrosis

What physiological effect does Ultrasound have on the body? A. Superficial Heat B. Deep Heat C. Cold D. Electrical Stimulation

B. Deep Heat

A 45 year old male presents to the burn unit with partial thickness burns over the entire right arm, left arm, front of head, and front of chest. The burn is characterized by destruction of the skin through the depth of the dermis. As the Physical therapist you need to include interventions in this patient's plan of care. What factor is the most important to consider when coming up with those interventions? A. If edema is present B. Depth of the burn C. The location of the burn D. The surface appearance of the burn

B. Depth of the burn

What supplement given daily to a pregnant woman can reduce the chances of a neural tube defect? A. Vitamin K B. Folic Acid C. Iron D. Vitamin A

B. Folic Acid

What type of task is sit to stand exercises and getting out of a car? A. Aerobic Tasks B. Functional Tasks C. Cardiovascular Tasks D. Affective Tasks

B. Functional Tasks

What type of tool is used to measure range of motion at a joint? A. Isokinetic dynamometer B. Goniometer C. Spirometer D. Barometer

B. Goniometer

What is NOT a pressure ulcer area? A. Elbow B. Hand C. Heel D. Sacrum

B. Hand

What does the abbreviation L mean? A. Loose B. Left C. Long D. Lateral

B. Left

A sprain occurs when what structure is stressed? A. Tendon B. Ligaments C. Muscle D. Bone

B. Ligaments

What does Range of Motion refer to? A. Movement around muscle B. Movement around a joint C. Movement around a nerve D. Movement around bone

B. Movement around a joint

Which disease is characterized as demyelination of the Nervous System? A. Epilepsy B. Multiple Sclerosis C. Autism D. Parkinson's

B. Multiple Sclerosis

Plantar Fasciitis is a flat band of tissue (ligament) that connects your heel bone to your toes and gets inflamed. What type of injury is Plantar Fasciitis? A. Neuromuscular B. Musculoskeletal C. Cardiovascular D. Integument

B. Musculoskeletal

If a therapist uses palpation to assess the patient, what is the therapist doing? A. Assessing ADLs B. Touching the patient C. Taking an accurate history D. Consulting another healthcare professional

B. Touching the patient

What body plane is Cervical Rotation in? A. Frontal B. Transverse C. Sagittal D. Diagonal

B. Transverse

What is an artery? A. Where gas exchange occurs B. Vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body. C. Vessel that carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body. D. A vessel conveying lymph in the body.

B. Vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body.

Which of the following examples could be considered malpractice? A. A patient falls on a slippery floor B. A plinth breaks and a patient falls C. A patient is injured from overly aggressive hamstring stretching D. An exercise bike breaks causing a patient injury

C. A patient is injured from overly aggressive hamstring stretching

What is a Premium? A. Set dollar amount a patient must pay for at office visit B. Amount you pay before insurance pays claim C. Amount Subscriber pays for health insurance every month D. Federally funded health insurance program that covers the elderly population

C. Amount Subscriber pays for health insurance every month

What part of the heart is #1 pointing to? A. Superior Vena Cava B. Left Ventricle C. Aorta D. Right Atrium

C. Aorta

What disorder commonly has seizures? A. Multiple Sclerosis B. Autism C. Epilepsy D. Parkinson's

C. Epilepsy

What is the following function of the Hamstring muscle? A. Plantar flex the foot B. Extend the knee C. Flex the knee D. Inversion of the foot

C. Flex the knee

Which disease affects the peripheral nerves after a virus? A. Epilepsy B. Multiple Sclerosis C. Gullian Barre Syndrome D. Parkinson's

C. Gullian Barre Syndrome

What phase has cell proliferation and capillary permeability? A. Proliferative Phase B. Wound healing phase C. Inflammatory phase D. Immune Phase

C. Inflammatory phase

What part of the physical therapy patient management model includes performing exercises such as range of motion? A. Examination B. Evaluation C. Intervention D. Research

C. Intervention

What is the cause of Neuropathic Ulcers? A. Lack of blood flow B. Lack of oxygen C. Lack of sensory feedback D. Lack of tissue

C. Lack of sensory feedback

Which is NOT a symptom of COPD? A. Wheezing B. Persistent Cough C. Nerve Damage D. Dyspnea (shortness of breath)

C. Nerve Damage

What is a positive test for the Adam's Forward Bend Test? A. The patient cannot hold touching their knees for five seconds B. There is pain in the uninvolved limb C. One side of the rib cage is higher than the other. D. There is numbness and tingling in the digits of the hand.

C. One side of the rib cage is higher than the other.

In Utah what is required for a Physical Therapy Assistant to practice Physical Therapy? A. Graduate from an accredited program with Licensure B. Passing the National Board Exam C. Having experience as a PT Aide D. A and B

D. A and B

Jane feels compelled to do a few jumping jacks. Which movement is taking place as her hands come together above her head? A. Lateral Flexion B. Adduction C. Internal Rotation D. Abduction

D. Abduction

What type of cells at a wound site dispose of wound debris and spent cells? A. T Cells B. Neutrophils C. Lymphocytes D. Macrophages

D. Macrophages

What two things does a pulse oximeter measure? A. Oxygen levels in blood and respiration rate B. Heart rate and respiration rate C. Carbon dioxide and blood pressure D. Oxygen levels in blood and heart rate

D. Oxygen levels in blood and heart rate

What body plane is hip abduction in? A. Frontal B. Transverse C. Sagittal D. Diagnol

A. Frontal

What does Drop Arm Sign Test For? A. Full Thickness Rotator Cuff Tear B. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome C. ACL Tear D. Lateral Collateral Ligament Insufficiency of the elbow

A. Full Thickness Rotator Cuff Tear

What group is affected by osteoporosis the most? A. Geriatrics B. Pediatrics C. Adolescents D. Infants

A. Geriatrics

What type of stroke results from a clot? A. Ischemia B. Hemorrhagic C. Vestibular D. Cognitive

A. Ischemia

What two joints are most commonly replaced? A. Knee and Hip B. Elbow and ankle C. Hip and Elbow D. Knee and ankle

A. Knee and Hip

Ava is a 22 year old female presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of knee pain following a twisting injury while playing soccer 5 days ago. The patient's knee is swollen significantly and is unable to jump or run. What special test would be the MOST appropriate to diagnose the injury? A. Lachman's test B. Anterior Drawer Test C. Phalen's test D. Drop Arm Sign Test

A. Lachman's test

What is the primary goal of pediatric interventions? A. Meaningful activities for learners style B. Work related experiences C. Social activities D. None of the above

A. Meaningful activities for learners style

What part of the neuron is labeled A below? A. Myelin Sheath B. Axon C. Cell body D. Dendrite

A. Myelin Sheath

Audie was going 100 mph in a speed zone of 40 mph. She gets in a car crash and hurts her neck. The vertebrae was moved out of place and pinches the spinal nerve next to it. This produced symptoms in the area the nerve controls. She displaced her C6 vertebrae and pinched the C6 spinal nerve as a result. Based off reading the chart what symptoms will she experience? A. Numbness and tingling on the radial side of the arm with the thumb and pointer finger. B. Numbness and tingling on the ring finger C. Numbness and tingling on the pinky finger D. Numbness and tingling in the elbow flexors

A. Numbness and tingling on the radial side of the arm with the thumb and pointer finger.

What is the correct term for an individual with spinal cord injury where only the legs are affected? A. Paraplegic B. Tetraplegic C. Quadriplegic D. Biplegic

A. Paraplegic

Which career would Assess, Evaluate, Treat, and Prevent Physical Disability, Movement Dysfunctions, and Pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health related conditions? A. Physical Therapist B. Physical Therapy Assistant C. Physical Therapy Aide D. Physical Therapy Secretary

A. Physical Therapist

Ann stands on her "tip toe's" to reach her favorite dish in the cupboard. What is the movement of her foot? A. Plantar Flexion B. Extension C. Dorsiflexion D. Anterior Rotation

A. Plantar Flexion

What is a Co-payment? A. Set dollar amount a patient must pay for at office visit B. Amount you pay before insurance pays claim C. Amount Subscriber pays for health insurance every month D. Federally funded health insurance program that covers the elderly population

A. Set dollar amount a patient must pay for at office visit

What are the organizations that set the standards of treatments and billing procedures of Physical Therapy? A. State government Medicare and APTA B. Medicaid and Federal government C. CHIP and HIPAA D. Obamacare and University hospitals

A. State government Medicare and APTA

What part of the heart is #10 pointing to? A. Superior Vena Cava B. Inferior Vena Cava C. Aorta D. Right Atrium

A. Superior Vena Cava

What is a stroke? A. An alteration in brain function caused by an external force. B. Interruption of blood flow to the brain. C. Damage to the spinal cord or nerve roots, resulting in temporary or permanent loss of sensation and strength below the level of injury. D. An abnormal immune mediated attack of the myelin sheath that coats nerve fibers within the CNS.

B. Interruption of blood flow to the brain.

What is the muscle of the heart? A. Endocardium B. Myocardium C. Pericardium D. Subcutaneous Layer

B. Myocardium

Which condition below affects the integument? A. Fractured bone B. Neuropathic Ulcers C. Aortic Aneurism D. Parkinson's

B. Neuropathic Ulcers

What refers to the brain and spinal cord's ability to adapt and remodel themselves as they learn new behaviors and skills? A. Motor learning B. Neuroplasticity C. Intrinsic Feedback D. Extrinsic Feedback

B. Neuroplasticity

What is an example of an assessment in a SOAP NOTE? A. Patient say's = "Pain on my back has improved from pain scale of 7/10 to 3/10." B. Patient has a thigh contusion C. Blood pressure is 120/80 mmHG D. Continue with current treatment plan

B. Patient has a thigh contusion

According you the PT Practice Act, hot packs, whirlpools, and ultrasound are classified as what? A. Physiological Effect B. Physical Agents C. Physiological Effects D. Clinical Indications

B. Physical Agents

GI Joe is working on his third set of thirty push-ups. Which best describes the position he is in? A. Distal B. Prone C. Proximal D. Supine

B. Prone

Hands on learning falls within which domain of learning? A. Cognitive B. Psychomotor C. Affective D. Nonverbal

B. Psychomotor

If you were to trace a drop of blood from the Superior Vena Cava to the Aorta and list the vessels, valves, chambers, etc. traveled by the blood. What Structures are missing IN ORDER? Superior Vena Cava Right Atrium Tricuspid Valve Right Ventricle Pulmonary Valve Pulmonary Trunk ? Pulmonary Arterioles Pulmonary Capillaries (Lungs) Pulmonary Venules Pulmonary Veins Left Atrium Bicuspid Valve (Mitral) ? Aortic Valve Aorta A. Left Ventricle, Pulmonary Artery B. Pulmonary Artery, Left Ventricle C. None of the above

B. Pulmonary Artery, Left Ventricle

What group of women were the forerunners of the profession and practice of physical therapy in the United States? A. Physical Therapist Aides B. Reconstruction Aides C. Physical Therapist Technicians D. Reconstruction Technicians

B. Reconstruction Aides

What quadrant of the heart receives venous blood first coming back from the body? A. Left atrium B. Right atrium C. Left ventricle D. Right ventricle

B. Right atrium

What level of medical care is provided by clinicians on a referral basis? A. Primary care B. Secondary care C. Tertiary care D. Emergency care

B. Secondary care

What structure is referred to as the pacemaker of the heart? A. Atrioventricular node B. Sinoatrial node C. Purkinje fibers D. Right ventricle

B. Sinoatrial node

Which answer describes the "Anatomical Position"?Which answer describes the "Anatomical Position"? A. Standing erect, facing observer, arms at side, palms facing to your side B. Standing erect, facing observer, arms at side, palms facing forward C. Standing erect, facing observer, arms at side, palms facing back D. Standing erect, facing observer, arms at side, palms facing outward

B. Standing erect, facing observer, arms at side, palms facing forward

What would be an example of a breach of APTA core values? A. Helping a patient with an exercise B. Taking money as a tip from the patient C. Giving a patient a recommendation about where to receive additional services D. Asking the patient about their injury

B. Taking money as a tip from the patient

Which federal statute requires that all healthcare providers who transmit patient information electronically adhere to federal guidelines as to the type of information they disclose in order to protect patient confidentiality? A. Americans with Disabilities Act B. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act C. The Social Security Amendments of 1965 D. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

B. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

What is Osteo Imperfecta? A. Clot in brain B. Curve of spine C. Bone disorder leading to frequent fractures D. Inflammation of connective tissue causing joint pain

C. Bone disorder leading to frequent fractures

What is the minimum standard that a Physical Therapist has to do to supervise a PTA? A. Be in direct contact with the PTA B. Be in the same building as the PTA C. By general supervision or telephone D. By being In the same room as the PTA or by having a friend tell you

C. By general supervision or telephone

What body plane is Shoulder Flexion in? A. Frontal B. Transverse C. Sagittal D. Diagonal

C. Sagittal

What is a responsibility of a PT Aide? A. Joint mobilization B. Assess patients C. Set up equipment D. Producing Plan of care

C. Set up equipment

What is usually the final component of the examination a PT performs? A. History B. Systems Review C. Tests and Measures D. Prognosis

C. Tests and Measures

What is the following function of the Sternocleidomastoid muscle? A. Flex the elbow B. Rotation, retraction, elevation, and depression of scapula C. Tilts the head to the same side, rotates toward the opposite side D. Adducts, extends, and internally rotates arm

C. Tilts the head to the same side, rotates toward the opposite side

What ligament does the Anterior Drawer Test assess the strength of? A. Posterior Longitudinal Ligament B. Calcaneofibular Ligament C. Ulnar Collateral Ligament D. Anterior Talofibular Ligament

D. Anterior Talofibular Ligament

Which of the following conditions is an irritation of the fluid filled sacs designed to decrease friction between structures in the body? A. Tendinopathy B. Nerve entrapment C. Fracture D. Bursitis

D. Bursitis

What is the chief protein produced by fibroblasts during the proliferative phase of wound healing? A. Elastin B. Glycosaminoglycans C. Ground substance D. Collagen

D. Collagen

Which patient would be in a skilled nursing facility? A. Pediatrics B. Adolescents C. Infants D. Geriatrics

D. Geriatrics

What is Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis? A. Clot in brain B. Curve of spine C. Bone disorder leading to frequent fractures D. Inflammation of connective tissue causing joint pain

D. Inflammation of connective tissue causing joint pain

What is a physiological effect of cold? A. It will decrease stiffness. B. It will increase metabolism. C. It will increase blood flow D. It will decrease blood flow

D. It will decrease blood flow

Match the structure with the correct letter in the image. (knee) D. E. G. J. K. M.

D. LCL E. Lateral Meniscus G. Fibula J. PCL K. ACL. M. MCL

At what point in the client management model would a Physical Therapist design a plan of care? A. Examination B. Evaluation C. Diagnosis D. Prognosis

D. Prognosis

Which of the following would be outside the physical therapist's scope of practice? A. Fitting a client with crutches B. Joint mobilizations C. Ergonomic assessment D. Suggesting a client double her dosage of blood pressure medication

D. Suggesting a client double her dosage of blood pressure medication

What is a positive test for the Phalen's Test? A. The patient cannot hold touching their feet for five seconds B. There is pain in the uninvolved limb C. One side of the rib cage is higher than the other. D. There is numbness and tingling in the digits of the hand.

D. There is numbness and tingling in the digits of the hand.

What structure is #10 pointing to? A. Femur B. Ulna C. Fibula D. Tibia

D. Tibia

What should you be able to do before you return to your sport or activity after a Rotator Cuff Injury? A. Have full range of motion in your shoulder B. Jog for 10 minutes C. Regain normal strength in your injured shoulder D. A and B E. A and C

E. A and C

Which of the following are a part of APTA Core Values? A. Altruism B. Integrity C. Compassion D. A and B E. All the above

E. All the above