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Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for jaw movement?

Which of the following complications of untreated or poorly managed osteomyelitis could result in the need for amputation?

A 68-year-old male with severe hip osteoarthritis reports difficulty climbing stairs at home. Which of the following functional training techniques is MOST appropriate?

A 73 year old male patient receiving outpatient physical therapy begins to experience acute angina. The patient indicates he uses nitroglycerin to alleviate the angina. The MOST appropriate mode of administration is:

A patient with osteomyelitis has been prescribed a 4-6 week course of antibiotics. Which of the following interventions should a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) consider when helping the patient manage pain during this time?

Which of the following is a common neurological deficit in children with myelomeningocele?

In the acute phase of Pott’s disease rehabilitation, why should a PTA monitor a patient’s respiratory function?

Scenario: A 60-year-old female patient with a history of coronary artery disease (CAD) is being treated for chest pain. She is prescribed nitroglycerin to manage angina. The patient reports feeling lightheaded and slightly weak when standing up, especially after taking her medication. She is referred to physical therapy for rehabilitation after being stabilized, with the goal of improving her cardiovascular endurance and functional mobility. 1. What are the potential effects of nitroglycerin on the patient’s cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems, and how might this impact her participation in physical therapy? A) Increased blood pressure and enhanced muscle contractionB) Increased muscle strength and enduranceC) Vasodilation, which may cause hypotension and dizziness, especially upon standingD) Vasoconstriction, which would make it difficult to increase heart rate during exercise 2. What specific physical therapy interventions would be appropriate for this patient while she is on nitroglycerin? A) Intensive aerobic exercise immediately to strengthen cardiovascular enduranceB) Gentle, low-impact cardiovascular exercises with frequent rest breaks to prevent dizzinessC) Heavy resistance training to increase muscle mass and strengthD) High-intensity interval training to maximize heart rate and endurance 3. How would you adjust your therapy sessions to account for the patient’s current medication regimen and potential side effects? A) Increase the exercise intensity to compensate for the medication’s effect on blood pressureB) Focus exclusively on strengthening exercises with minimal aerobic activityC) Avoid all physical activity until the patient has stopped taking the medicationD) Monitor for signs of dizziness or hypotension, avoid sudden positional changes, and encourage slow transitions

A 65-year-old patient with moderate osteoarthritis in both knees reports difficulty rising from a chair due to knee pain and weakness. Which exercise is MOST appropriate to improve this functional task? A.  B. C. D.