INTRO TO MSK PT UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

INTRO TO MSK PT UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS

Question:
1. during the PT evaluation, focus on _____ aspect of the evaluation at a time
Answer:
one

Question:
2. always compare __________ findings
Answer:
bilateral
*make sure to also screen above and below injured area

Question:
3. What is the order/sequence of a MSK PT evaluation?
Answer:
1. Patient hx
2. observation
-posture,gait, movement quality
3. screen physical exam red flags
4. examination of movement
-AROM 1st, then PROM
-joint play and overpressure
-MMT
5. Palpation
6. Diagnostic imaging
7. Assessment
-diagnosis, prognosis, goals
8. PT POC

Question:
4. should you assess AROM or PROM first?
Answer:
AROM

Question:
5. what are some red flags that are indicative of cancer?

, Answer:
-persistent night pain
-fever or night sweats
-constant pain anywhere in body that does not improve
-unexplained weight loss
-loss of appetite
-unusual lumps or growths
-unwarranted fatigue
-changes in bowel/bladder habits
-sores that wont heal
-unusual bleeding or discharge
-obvious changes in wart or mole
-nagging cough or hoarseness

Question:
6. what are some neurological red flags?
Answer:
-UMN signs
-problems with balance/coordination
-fainting spells (drop attacks)
-sudden weakness
-bilateral pins and needles
-saddle anesthesia
-changes in bowel/bladder
-changes in vision
-changes in hearing
-frequent or severe headaches
-problems with swallowing or speech

Question:
7. what are some UMN signs?
Answer:
-increased muscle tone
-increased reflexes
-spastic paresis/paralisis
-clonus
-babinski
-pronator drift
-hoffmans

Question:
8. what are some cardiovascular red flags?