NBCE PT BOARDS UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

NBCE PT BOARDS UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS

Question:
1. Which of the following is the typical frequency range for TENS?
a. 10-50 Hz
b. 1000-3000 Hz
c. 1-150 Hz
d. 0.5-1 Hz
Answer:
c. 1-150 Hz

Question:
2. What is the main therapeutic use of NMES?
a. Improve circulation
b. Pain control
c. To elicit muscle contraction for strengthening
d. Reduce swelling
Answer:
c. To elicit muscle contraction

Question:
3. Which electrotherapy modality is best for acute pain relief?
a. Conventional TENS
b. Russian stim
c. Interferential current
d. High-volt pulsed current
Answer:
a. Conventional TENS

Question:
4. What type of current is used in iontophoresis?
a. Pulsed current
b. Alternating current
c. Interferential current
d. Direct current
Answer:
d. Direct current

Question:
5. Which of the following is a contraindication for electrotherapy?
a. Pacemaker
b. Muscle strain
c. Edema
d. Arthritis

,Answer:
a. Pacemaker

Question:
6. Russian stimulation is primarily used for:
a. Pain modulation
b. Improving blood flow
c. Reducing inflammation
d. Muscle strengthening
Answer:
d. Muscle strengthening

Question:
7. What is the typical pulse duration for motor-level stimulation?
a. 100-200 µs
b. 20-80 µs
c. 150-350 µs
d. 400-500 µs
Answer:
c. 150-350 µs

Question:
8. Interferential current therapy uses:
a. Two low-frequency currents
b. High-frequency current
c. Two medium-frequency currents
d. Direct current
Answer:
c. Two medium-frequency currents

Question:
9. What waveform is used in high-volt pulsed current (HVPC)?
a. Square wave
b. Sine wave
c. Biphasic symmetrical
d. Twin-peak monophasic
Answer:
d. Twin-peak monophasic

Question:
10. Which electrode placement is most appropriate for treating a localized area of pain?
a. Monopolar spine
b. Bipolar over the area
c. Quadripolar on the limb
d. Dispersive only
Answer:
b. Bipolar over the area

,Question:
11. Which electrotherapy setting is most appropriate for muscle re-education?
a. TENS with sensory-level
b. NMES with motor-level intensity
c. Interferential current
d. HVPC with sensory-level
Answer:
b. NMES with motor-level intensity

Question:
12. Which current type is best for ion delivery in iontophoresis?
a. Low amplitude direct current
b. High-frequency pulsed
c. Interferential current
d. Alternating current
Answer:
a. Low amplitude direct current

Question:
13. What is a common sensation felt during TENS application?
a. Tingling
b. Aching
c. Pulsing
d. Burning
Answer:
a. Tingling

Question:
14. Which waveform is commonly used in Russian stimulation?
a. Direct current
b. Medium frequency polyphasic AC
c. Twin-peak monophasic
d. Sinusoidal
Answer:
b. Medium frequency polyphasic AC

Question:
15. For wound healing, which parameter is most essential in HVPC?
a. Phase duration
b. Frequency
c. Amplitude
d. Polarity
Answer:
d. Polarity

, Question:
16. What is the typical duty cycle used in muscle strengthening protocols?
a. 5:5
b. 20:20
c. 1:1
d. 10:50 seconds on:off
Answer:
d. 10:50 seconds on:off

Question:
17. Which of the following is an indication for TENS?
a. Chronic musculoskeletal pain
b. Pregnancy
c. Pacemaker
d. Open wound
Answer:
a. Chronic musculoskeletal pain

Question:
18. What is the purpose of ramp time in NMES?
a. Prevent electrode burn
b. Decrease voltage
c. Reduce skin resistance
d. To allow a gradual onset of muscle contraction
Answer:
d. To allow a gradual onset of muscle contraction

Question:
19. Which safety step should always be taken before electrotherapy application?
a. Inspect skin and check contraindications
b. Apply gel
c. Start timer
d. Adjust intensity to max
Answer:
a. Inspect skin and check contraindications

Question:
20. Which electrode size is best for small muscle groups?
a. Dispersive pad
b. Adhesive sponge pad
c. Small round pads
d. Large rectangular pads
Answer:
c. Small rounds pads