NPTE PTA EXAM WK 9 QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
A physical therapist assistant reviews a patient's medical history and notes the following
findings: (1) insufficient production and release of adrenal hormones, (2) excessive
fatigue, (3) low blood pressure, and (4) hyperpigmentation. What should the assistant
expect is the patient's diagnosis?
a.
Adrenal gland hyperfunction
b.
Thyroid hyperfunction
c.
Adrenal gland hypofunction
d.
Thyroid hypo function - Answer-A
The physical therapist's plan of care for a patient with acute low back pain identifies
using interferential current. Where should the physical therapist assistant place the
electrodes?
a.
Channel one parallel to the spinal column crossing the mid-thoracic spinal
paravertebrals
b.
Diagonally, so the channels cross near the area of most pain
c.
Immediately adjacent and parallel to the spinal column, one channel on each side.
d.
Channel one perpendicular to the spinal column - Answer-B
Which of the following describes the correct order of muscles from medial to lateral,
starting at the thoracic vertebra, six spinous processes?
a.
Iliocostalis, spinalis, longissimus
b.
Spinalis, longissimus, iliocostalis
c.
Spinalis, iliocostalis, longissimus
d.
Longissimus, iliocostalis, spinalis - Answer-B
A physical therapist assistant discusses the passive restraints around the elbow with
their supervising physical therapist. Which ligament is typically involved with medial
instability of the elbow?
a.
,Lateral (radial) collateral
b.
Olecranon
c.
Medial (ulnar) collateral
d.
Annular - Answer-C
A physical therapist assistant is providing gait training to a patient with hemiplegia. The
patient has been ambulating with an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO), but today the assistant
noticed that the patient's involved foot frequently catches the ground during the initial
swing phase of gait. Which muscle should be the focus of a lower extremity
strengthening program to treat this problem effectively?
a.
Iliopsoas/rectus femoris
b.
Hamstrings
c.
Gluteus medius
d.
Gluteus maximus - Answer-A
A contractor constructing a wheelchair-accessible ramp in a skilled nursing facility
should utilize which of these measurements?
a.
4 in high, 4 ft long
b.
3 in high, 2 ft long
c.
6 in high, 12 ft long
d.
5 in high, 6 ft long - Answer-A
A patient sustained a left rectus femoris strain while playing volleyball two weeks ago.
The plan of care indicates beginning a stretching program to promote a functional gain
in range of motion. The patient has complained of pain and discomfort with knee flexion
greater than 80 degrees. Which is the MOST appropriate intervention following 20
minutes of moist heat?
a.
Three repetitions of hold-relax with a 30-second hold and a 10-second relax with stretch
at end range
b.
Immediate static stretching at the end range with a 10-20 second stretch
c.
Immediate ballistic stretching with ten passive stretches to end range, repeat two sets
d.
, Immediate static, progressive stretching just beyond tissue resistance with a 30-60
second stretch - Answer-D
A nerve entrapment at L5-S1 would result in decreased sensation in the following
areas?
a.
Lateral aspect of the fifth toe
b.
Medial knee
c.
Lateral lower leg
d.
Medial lower leg - Answer-C
A physical therapist assistant sets up a patient to perform joint mobilizations on the
proximal radioulnar joint. How should the assistant position the elbow and forearm to
place the joint in its open-packed position?
a.
70 degrees flexion, 35 degrees supination
b.
45 degrees flexion, 20 degrees supination
c.
10 degrees flexion, 10 degrees pronation
d.
20 degrees flexion, 45 degrees supination - Answer-A
A patient diagnosed with lateral elbow tendinopathy has completed a therapeutic
exercise program. The physical therapist instructs this patient on how to apply ice
massage to the affected area. Which of the following is most appropriate?
a.
Treatment time of 5 to 10 minutes
b.
Continue treatment until a response of numbness/tingling is experienced in the ring and
little fingers
c.
Continue with ice massage until a mild burning sensation is experienced
d.
Treatment time of 10 to 15 minutes - Answer-A
A tear to which of the following portions of the meniscus has the MOST potential for
healing?
a.
Middle one-third
b.
Inner one-third
c.
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
A physical therapist assistant reviews a patient's medical history and notes the following
findings: (1) insufficient production and release of adrenal hormones, (2) excessive
fatigue, (3) low blood pressure, and (4) hyperpigmentation. What should the assistant
expect is the patient's diagnosis?
a.
Adrenal gland hyperfunction
b.
Thyroid hyperfunction
c.
Adrenal gland hypofunction
d.
Thyroid hypo function - Answer-A
The physical therapist's plan of care for a patient with acute low back pain identifies
using interferential current. Where should the physical therapist assistant place the
electrodes?
a.
Channel one parallel to the spinal column crossing the mid-thoracic spinal
paravertebrals
b.
Diagonally, so the channels cross near the area of most pain
c.
Immediately adjacent and parallel to the spinal column, one channel on each side.
d.
Channel one perpendicular to the spinal column - Answer-B
Which of the following describes the correct order of muscles from medial to lateral,
starting at the thoracic vertebra, six spinous processes?
a.
Iliocostalis, spinalis, longissimus
b.
Spinalis, longissimus, iliocostalis
c.
Spinalis, iliocostalis, longissimus
d.
Longissimus, iliocostalis, spinalis - Answer-B
A physical therapist assistant discusses the passive restraints around the elbow with
their supervising physical therapist. Which ligament is typically involved with medial
instability of the elbow?
a.
,Lateral (radial) collateral
b.
Olecranon
c.
Medial (ulnar) collateral
d.
Annular - Answer-C
A physical therapist assistant is providing gait training to a patient with hemiplegia. The
patient has been ambulating with an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO), but today the assistant
noticed that the patient's involved foot frequently catches the ground during the initial
swing phase of gait. Which muscle should be the focus of a lower extremity
strengthening program to treat this problem effectively?
a.
Iliopsoas/rectus femoris
b.
Hamstrings
c.
Gluteus medius
d.
Gluteus maximus - Answer-A
A contractor constructing a wheelchair-accessible ramp in a skilled nursing facility
should utilize which of these measurements?
a.
4 in high, 4 ft long
b.
3 in high, 2 ft long
c.
6 in high, 12 ft long
d.
5 in high, 6 ft long - Answer-A
A patient sustained a left rectus femoris strain while playing volleyball two weeks ago.
The plan of care indicates beginning a stretching program to promote a functional gain
in range of motion. The patient has complained of pain and discomfort with knee flexion
greater than 80 degrees. Which is the MOST appropriate intervention following 20
minutes of moist heat?
a.
Three repetitions of hold-relax with a 30-second hold and a 10-second relax with stretch
at end range
b.
Immediate static stretching at the end range with a 10-20 second stretch
c.
Immediate ballistic stretching with ten passive stretches to end range, repeat two sets
d.
, Immediate static, progressive stretching just beyond tissue resistance with a 30-60
second stretch - Answer-D
A nerve entrapment at L5-S1 would result in decreased sensation in the following
areas?
a.
Lateral aspect of the fifth toe
b.
Medial knee
c.
Lateral lower leg
d.
Medial lower leg - Answer-C
A physical therapist assistant sets up a patient to perform joint mobilizations on the
proximal radioulnar joint. How should the assistant position the elbow and forearm to
place the joint in its open-packed position?
a.
70 degrees flexion, 35 degrees supination
b.
45 degrees flexion, 20 degrees supination
c.
10 degrees flexion, 10 degrees pronation
d.
20 degrees flexion, 45 degrees supination - Answer-A
A patient diagnosed with lateral elbow tendinopathy has completed a therapeutic
exercise program. The physical therapist instructs this patient on how to apply ice
massage to the affected area. Which of the following is most appropriate?
a.
Treatment time of 5 to 10 minutes
b.
Continue treatment until a response of numbness/tingling is experienced in the ring and
little fingers
c.
Continue with ice massage until a mild burning sensation is experienced
d.
Treatment time of 10 to 15 minutes - Answer-A
A tear to which of the following portions of the meniscus has the MOST potential for
healing?
a.
Middle one-third
b.
Inner one-third
c.
