A physical therapist assistant reviews the medical records of a woman in her third trimester of pregnancy that was admitted to the hospital after complaining of excessive fatigue and lightheadedness. Blood work taken in the hospital confirms the presence of anemia. What is the most common medical intervention for an obstetric patient with anemia?

A physical therapist assistant observes a physical therapist perform mobilization on a patient rehabilitating from a radial head fracture. The large amplitude movement is directed perpendicular to the concave joint surface and is designed to increase periarticular extensibility. This type of mobilization best described:

A physical therapist assistant reviews the medical record of a patient rehabilitating from a total knee replacement. One of the entries in the medical record indicates the presence of a 15-degree extension lag at the knee. Which of the following goniometric readings would be most consistent with this condition?

Suppose you observe the following exchange rates: $/€: 1.35; $/£: 1.60; and €/£: 1.20. Starting with $1,000,000, how can you make money? (show the steps and the amount of your profit in US$)

A physical therapist assistant performs resisted isometrics as part of a lower quarter screening examination. After testing the ankle dorsiflexors, the therapist reports the findings as strong and painful. The most plausible interpretation of the test results is:

A physical therapist assistant places a turning fork over the medial surface of the tibia, approximately 10 centimeters above the medial malleolus. The assessment procedure is most likely use to identify the presence of:

A patient diagnosed with right bicipital tendonitis performs upper extremity resistance exercises using a piece of elastic tubing. What muscle is emphasized when laterally rotating the involved extremity against resistance?

A physical therapist assistant treats a 26-year-old female with idiopathic scoliosis. The medical record indicates the presence of a mild left thoracic, right lumbar curve. Which active movement would be most beneficial when attempting to identify the presence of a posterior rib hump?

A physical therapist assistant examines the gait of a 62-year-old male with peripheral neuropathy. The therapist observes that the patient’s right foot has a tendency to slap the ground during the loading response. This observation can best be explained by weakness in the:

A physical therapist assistant employed in an acute care hospital treats a patient with a wound approximately one-inch superior to the medial malleolus. The therapist prepares to test the patient’s light touch sensation using Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments. The most appropriate testing method when using the monofilaments is: