The patient is in supine with the testing leg (L) flexed at knee, and other leg (R) extended. The patient is asked to perform a SLR on (R), while the PT places a hand under the patient’s (L) foot. The PT notes no weight through the (L) foot when the patient is performing the SLR on the (R). The PT is utilizing which of the following tests to check for symptom magnification?
Developmentally, a child will gain control:
Developmentally, a child will gain control:
Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups…
Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups are the MOST important to strengthen to assist with body lifting during ambulation?
The number of protons in a given atom is equal to its_______…
The number of protons in a given atom is equal to its_________.
A PTA is working with a child diagnosed with Down’s Syndrome…
A PTA is working with a child diagnosed with Down’s Syndrome. The following techniques in treatment would be appropriate for increasing tone EXCEPT:
A PTA is treating a patient 2 days following a deceleration…
A PTA is treating a patient 2 days following a deceleration injury. The patient complains of pain in the cervical region, difficulty moving the neck, and constant headaches. Which one of the following treatments is indicated?
What is a common side effect of psychiatric medications that…
What is a common side effect of psychiatric medications that PTAs should monitor for?
The PTA is assessing the status of the residual limb and not…
The PTA is assessing the status of the residual limb and notes that the wound is healed but the mobility of the tissue near the amputation seems tight. What is the probable cause and treatment for this problem?
A patient has a diminished achilles tendon reflex. Which ne…
A patient has a diminished achilles tendon reflex. Which nerve would be impinged upon if the patient displays this symptom?
For how many nights did the narrator look in upon the old ma…
For how many nights did the narrator look in upon the old man?