This ligament is responsible for limiting the forward sliding of the tibia on the femur?
The physical therapy plan of care calls for patient to recei…
The physical therapy plan of care calls for patient to receive warm whirlpool for wound care of a pressure wound on the calcaneus. Which temperature is the best for this procedure?
A patient who presents with “stooped” posture with rounded s…
A patient who presents with “stooped” posture with rounded shoulders and forward head is referred to physical therapy. The PTA is developing an exercise program to address posture. Which PNF pattern is most appropriate for the PTA to include to address the issue with posture?
A PTA has demonstrated and instructed the appropriate techni…
A PTA has demonstrated and instructed the appropriate technique to perform stand pivot transfers from the wheelchair to the mat for a patient who sustained a right CVA. This will be the patient’s first session for transfer training. Which statement reflects the most correct verbal cues / instruction for this transfer?
A patient who presents with “stooped” posture with rounded s…
A patient who presents with “stooped” posture with rounded shoulders and forward head is referred to physical therapy. The PTA is developing an exercise program to address posture. Which PNF pattern is most appropriate for the PTA to include to address the issue with posture?
Thoracic outlet syndrome involves compression of the brachia…
Thoracic outlet syndrome involves compression of the brachial plexus within which of the following structures?
A PTA is performing phonophoresis on a patient diagnosed wit…
A PTA is performing phonophoresis on a patient diagnosed with impingement syndrome in the shoulder. In preparation, the PTA palpates the insertion of the tendon that is affected. Which bony landmark best corresponds to this site?
A PTA is working with a patient in intensive care unit of a…
A PTA is working with a patient in intensive care unit of a hospital. The PTA notices the IV solution seems to be infusing into the tissues surrounding the dorsum of the patient’s hand. What is the most appropriate action for the PTA to take?
A PTA is performing gait training with a patient who is reha…
A PTA is performing gait training with a patient who is rehabilitating from an ORIF repair of a fractured femoral neck. The patient is non weight bearing on the involved side. What is the most appropriate gait pattern for this patient to use?
A PTA is performing phonophoresis on a patient diagnosed wit…
A PTA is performing phonophoresis on a patient diagnosed with impingement syndrome in the shoulder. In preparation, the PTA palpates the insertion of the tendon that is affected. Which bony landmark best corresponds to this site?