While reviewing the patient’s medical record prior to gait training a PTA notes the patient is experiencing increased shortness of breath (SOB) and the physician has just written an order for a ventilation perfusion scan.  What action by the PTA is MOST appropriate?

A patient has a diminished achilles tendon reflex.  Which nerve would be impinged upon if the patient displays this symptom?

A patient presents with complaints that the medial aspect of her forearm  is numb.  Based on this information, which of the following nerve roots is MOST likely affected?

A patient presents to therapy complaining of increased numbness in the lateral leg and the dorsum of the foot with weakness in the extensor hallucis longus.  What spinal level involvement would be indicated by these complaints?

Which one of the following would NOT be considered a purpose for the use of a vertical stander?

During a therapy session, a PTA notices that a patient with schizophrenia is responding to internal stimuli and appears to be talking to someone who isn’t present. What is the MOST appropriate action?

A patient presents with complaints that the medial aspect of her forearm  is numb.  Based on this information, which of the following nerve roots is MOST likely affected?

A PTA is preparing a patient for gait training. The patient has a nasogastric feeding tube currently running and is positioned flat in bed. What is the MOST appropriate action before beginning therapy?

During a therapy session, a PTA notices that a patient with schizophrenia is responding to internal stimuli and appears to be talking to someone who isn’t present. What is the MOST appropriate action?

A PTA is treating a patient who becomes increasingly agitated and raises their voice during balance training. The PTA suspects escalating emotional dysregulation. What is the BEST course of action?