NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy

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Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Jince is being trained in assessing a patient's blood pressure in the lower extremity using the popliteal artery. To accurately identify the highest pressure exerted by blood on the arterial wall, the student should be instructed to listen for:    A. Sudden muffling, with a soft blowin...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Jessica is treating a patient with a partial thickness burn extending down to the papillary layer of the dermis. Which of the following is the physical therapist's PRIMARY ROLE:   A. Prepping the wound for primary intention strategies  B. Debridement of small and sturdy blisters  ...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Manny is treating a patient with a medial lumbar disc protrusion and severe radicular lower extremity pain. During mechanical traction, the patient reports a complete resolution of pain. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?    A. Continue with traction and monitor pain...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Carrie is treating a patient post heart transplant in cardiac rehabilitation. The treating therapist instructs the patient to perform a 5-10 minute cooldown following a 25-minute aerobic exercise. Which of the following is the MOST likely rationale for the cooldown:   A. To prevent a rapid...

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Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com India is treating a patient with stage 1 left lower extremity lymphedema. The therapist would like to use complete decongestive therapy principles to reduce the patient's swelling. Which of the following interventions is the MOST appropriate?    A. Pneumatic compression devices at 70 -...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Suzzane is being evaluated for persistent neck pain and limited cervical range of motion on the right. The patient reports that the pain began two days ago after sleeping awkwardly. Upon examination, the patient's pain is only provoked when the patient attempts to look over the right shoulder. D...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Gerdy is being treated for chronic emphysema in the outpatient clinic. After a trial of sit-to-stand transfers, the patient is seen hyperventilating. Which of the following breathing techniques is most recommended?   A. Pursed-lip breathing   B. Diaphragmatic breathing   C. Active...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Kyle is reviewing medical records for a patient who was recently discharged from cardiac rehabilitation phase I. The discharge note mentions that the exercise tolerance test (ETT) was terminated prematurely. Which of the following would be an ABSOLUTE indication to terminate the test?   A....

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Cam is a football player who underwent an ACL reconstruction four days ago. The therapist would like to follow the clinic’s post-op guidelines by implementing russian electrical stimulation into the therapy sessions. What is the PRIMARY rationale for the use of this modality:    A. Inc...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Lucas presents with a history of right shoulder pain and difficulty reaching overhead. The initial symptoms have resolved, however the patient continues to demonstrate excessive upward rotation of the scapula. Which of the following muscles should be STRENGTHENED:   A. Mid-trapezius  ...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Clara is being seen for complications of end-stage primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). The physical therapist's plan of care for discharge should contain all of the following EXCEPT?   A. Teach patient and family members about skin-care and hygiene   B. Teach family regardin...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Derrick presents with neck stiffness and radiating symptoms down the right arm. The patient's symptoms are provoked with right cervical rotation and side-bending. However, the symptoms are immediately relieved when “hanging upside down” or when “placing the right hand on top of the head”. Which...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Jason's medical record shows a history of hyperparathyroidism. Which of the following comorbidities is the MOST likely present?    A. Osteoporosis   B. Skin straie  C. Weight gain   D. Heat intolerance Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answe...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Aaron is reviewing a patient's medical chart which reads acute non-dominant hemispheric lesion. The physical therapist can expect to see all of the following presentations EXCEPT:  A. Agnosia   B. Impulsive behavior  C. Difficulty controlling the left side of the body   D. Di...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Marissa is working with a patient with a vestibular schwannoma on the right vestibulocochlear nerve. The patient complains of unsteadiness and room spinning. Which of the following interventions is the MOST recommended:   A. Canalith repositioning maneuver   B. Frenkel’s exercises&nbsp...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Helena is a patient with severe back pain that presents with a posterolateral lumbar herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP) at L3-L4. Which of the following findings is MOST likely to be present?    A. Delayed heel off during terminal stance  B. Knee buckling during loading response&nbs...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Marissa is suspected of having damage to the precentral gyrus. Which of the following should the evaluating therapist assess for:   A. Ability to sense touch and temperature   B. Ability to initiate a motor task   C. Ability to identify family members and close friends   D. A...

Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com Roger presents with marked swelling at the medial elbow after hours of resting his arm down on a flat surface. The patient complains of diminished sensation along the medial aspect of his right hand. Which of the following activities is likely the MOST difficult for the patient to perform? &nbsp...

Are you looking for an awesome cheatsheet that reviews the facts to know about feedback for the NPTE? Look no further: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/feedback Jonie is instructing a patient with a CVA on proper gait sequence using a hemi-cane. The patient is seen dragging the device and placing excessive weight onto the hemiparetic limb. Which of the following is the MOST effective form of feedbac...

Are you looking for an awesome cheatsheet that reviews the facts to know about diagnostic imaging for the NPTE? Look no further: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/diag Aaralyn presents with a suspected Type 2 SLAP lesion and is undergoing diagnostic imaging using contrast to enhance visualization. Which of the following tests is the MOST likely to be performed?   A. Computerized Tomography   B. Bone...

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Are you looking for an awesome cheatsheet that reviews the facts to know about Neural Tension Testing for the NPTE? Look no further: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/neural-tension Greg presents with burning lateral foot pain that began three days ago. The therapist would like to assess for irritation of the sural nerve. Which of the following would MAXIMALLY stress the sural nerve?    A. Knee exten...

Are you looking for an awesome cheatsheet that reviews the facts to know about ABCDE Method for the NPTE? Look no further: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/abcde-method During a routine skin check, Logan finds a suspicious discoloration on the patient’s back that is 8mm in size. The borders are asymmetrical and irregular. According to the ABCDE method, which of the following should be assessed NEXT:...