Which one of the following two upper extremity muscle groups are the MOST important to strengthen to assist with body lifting during ambulation?
A PTA is preparing to work with a patient in the ICU who is…
A PTA is preparing to work with a patient in the ICU who is intubated with a tracheostomy and mechanically ventilated. The patient is awake and able to follow commands. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action prior to beginning bed mobility activities?
The patient is in supine with the testing leg (L) flexed at…
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?
Which one of the following tests are utilized to determine t…
Which one of the following tests are utilized to determine the potential for falls in a patient (e.g. it is a predictor for fall risk)?
The nurse knows that all the following are potential complic…
The nurse knows that all the following are potential complications of a myocardial infarction (MI) except:
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 PTA is performing PNF diagonals passively, active-assistiv…
A PTA is performing PNF diagonals passively, active-assistive, actively, and then resistively. This is referred to as:
A PTA works on rolling supine to prone with a pediatric pati…
A PTA works on rolling supine to prone with a pediatric patient diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The patient has rigid extensor tone in supine that is making the activity more challenging. What reflex is limiting this activity?
Which of the following is NOT a standard vaccination that a…
Which of the following is NOT a standard vaccination that a 20 year old PWD should have?
Which of the following are words to avoid using when speakin…
Which of the following are words to avoid using when speaking to those with diabetes (select all that apply):