LICENSURE EXAMINATION — PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
PTA BOARD EXAM (PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT)
2026/2027 LATEST EXAM TEST BANK WITH QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS | PTA BOARD EXAM
LATEST VERSION 2026/2027 BRAND NEW!!
Complete Practice Assessment Aligned to NPTE-PTA Content Domains
A+ QUESTIONS 5 SECTIONS 100% RATIONALES
VERIFIED COMPREHENSIVE INCLUDED
CATEGORIES
■ 1. Musculoskeletal System — Ortho, joint mobility, MMT, post-op protocols
■ 2. Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems — CVA, SCI, MS, Parkinson’s, tone
■ 3. Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Other Systems — COPD, wounds, lymphedema, vitals
■ 4. Interventions, Modalities & Equipment — US, thermal, AD fitting, ES
■ 5. Safety, Professional Responsibilities & Data Collection — Falls, POC, consent, EBP
Passing Score: 80% | 1 mark per question | Format: Multiple Choice (A–D)
Original practice content aligned to FSBPT NPTE-PTA content outline domains.
STUVIAACTUALEXAM
, SECTION 1: Musculoskeletal System
Q1.
A patient is 3 weeks status post ACL reconstruction using a patellar tendon autograft. The plan of care includes progressive
strengthening. The PTA should avoid which activity at this stage?
A. Open-chain terminal knee extension with heavy resistance from 0–30 degrees if restricted by the surgeon protocol
B. Quad sets and straight-leg raises in a protected range
C. Gentle patellar mobilizations as indicated
D. Weight-bearing as tolerated gait with appropriate assistive device
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early open-chain terminal extension with heavy load can stress the graft; many protocols limit or protect this range initially. Always follow the
referring PT’s and surgeon’s restrictions.
Q2.
A patient presents with lateral hip pain aggravated by stair climbing and lying on the affected side. Resisted hip abduction is painful and
weak. The PTA should suspect involvement of the
A. Iliopsoas primarily
B. Adductor longus only
C. Gluteus medius and/or greater trochanteric soft tissues
D. Popliteus muscle
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lateral hip pain with side-lying and resisted abduction is classic for gluteus medius tendinopathy or greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
Q3.
During goniometric measurement of shoulder external rotation with the patient supine and arm abducted to 90 degrees, the stationary
arm of the goniometer should be aligned
A. Parallel to the ulnar styloid
B. Perpendicular to the floor (or parallel to the trunk midline depending on technique) with the moving arm along the ulna
C. Along the humeral shaft only without a stationary reference
D. Parallel to the clavicle
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard goniometry for shoulder ER in abduction uses a stable reference (often vertical/perpendicular to floor or trunk) and the ulna as the
moving arm.
Q4.
A patient with a recent total hip arthroplasty (posterior approach) is being instructed in precautions. The PTA should emphasize avoiding
A. Use of an elevated toilet seat if recommended
B. Any walking for six weeks
C. Quad sets and ankle pumps
D. Hip flexion beyond approximately 90 degrees, adduction past midline, and internal rotation
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Posterior approach THA precautions typically restrict flexion >90°, adduction across midline, and internal rotation to protect the hip from
dislocation.
Q5.
A patient demonstrates a Trendelenburg gait pattern on the right. During right single-limb stance the left pelvis drops. The primary muscle
weakness implicated is
A. Right gluteus medius
B. Left gluteus maximus
C. Right iliopsoas
D. Left tibialis anterior
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trendelenburg sign: weakness of the stance-side hip abductors (gluteus medius) allows the contralateral pelvis to drop.
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PTA BOARD EXAM (PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT)
2026/2027 LATEST EXAM TEST BANK WITH QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS | PTA BOARD EXAM
LATEST VERSION 2026/2027 BRAND NEW!!
Complete Practice Assessment Aligned to NPTE-PTA Content Domains
A+ QUESTIONS 5 SECTIONS 100% RATIONALES
VERIFIED COMPREHENSIVE INCLUDED
CATEGORIES
■ 1. Musculoskeletal System — Ortho, joint mobility, MMT, post-op protocols
■ 2. Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems — CVA, SCI, MS, Parkinson’s, tone
■ 3. Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Other Systems — COPD, wounds, lymphedema, vitals
■ 4. Interventions, Modalities & Equipment — US, thermal, AD fitting, ES
■ 5. Safety, Professional Responsibilities & Data Collection — Falls, POC, consent, EBP
Passing Score: 80% | 1 mark per question | Format: Multiple Choice (A–D)
Original practice content aligned to FSBPT NPTE-PTA content outline domains.
STUVIAACTUALEXAM
, SECTION 1: Musculoskeletal System
Q1.
A patient is 3 weeks status post ACL reconstruction using a patellar tendon autograft. The plan of care includes progressive
strengthening. The PTA should avoid which activity at this stage?
A. Open-chain terminal knee extension with heavy resistance from 0–30 degrees if restricted by the surgeon protocol
B. Quad sets and straight-leg raises in a protected range
C. Gentle patellar mobilizations as indicated
D. Weight-bearing as tolerated gait with appropriate assistive device
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early open-chain terminal extension with heavy load can stress the graft; many protocols limit or protect this range initially. Always follow the
referring PT’s and surgeon’s restrictions.
Q2.
A patient presents with lateral hip pain aggravated by stair climbing and lying on the affected side. Resisted hip abduction is painful and
weak. The PTA should suspect involvement of the
A. Iliopsoas primarily
B. Adductor longus only
C. Gluteus medius and/or greater trochanteric soft tissues
D. Popliteus muscle
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lateral hip pain with side-lying and resisted abduction is classic for gluteus medius tendinopathy or greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
Q3.
During goniometric measurement of shoulder external rotation with the patient supine and arm abducted to 90 degrees, the stationary
arm of the goniometer should be aligned
A. Parallel to the ulnar styloid
B. Perpendicular to the floor (or parallel to the trunk midline depending on technique) with the moving arm along the ulna
C. Along the humeral shaft only without a stationary reference
D. Parallel to the clavicle
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard goniometry for shoulder ER in abduction uses a stable reference (often vertical/perpendicular to floor or trunk) and the ulna as the
moving arm.
Q4.
A patient with a recent total hip arthroplasty (posterior approach) is being instructed in precautions. The PTA should emphasize avoiding
A. Use of an elevated toilet seat if recommended
B. Any walking for six weeks
C. Quad sets and ankle pumps
D. Hip flexion beyond approximately 90 degrees, adduction past midline, and internal rotation
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Posterior approach THA precautions typically restrict flexion >90°, adduction across midline, and internal rotation to protect the hip from
dislocation.
Q5.
A patient demonstrates a Trendelenburg gait pattern on the right. During right single-limb stance the left pelvis drops. The primary muscle
weakness implicated is
A. Right gluteus medius
B. Left gluteus maximus
C. Right iliopsoas
D. Left tibialis anterior
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trendelenburg sign: weakness of the stance-side hip abductors (gluteus medius) allows the contralateral pelvis to drop.
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