NPTE PRACTICE TEST GUIDE REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A note in a patient's medical record indicates a specific drug is taken through enteral
administration. Which of the following is an example of enteral administration?
inhalation
injection
topical
oral - Answer-oral administration is considered the easiest form of taking medication
when self medication is required and is relatively safe since drugs enter the system in a
fairly controlled manner
A patient is position in supine with the hips flexed to 90 degrees and knee extended. As
the patient slowly lowers her extended legs toward the horizontal there is an increase in
lordosis of the low back. This finding is indicative of weakness of the?
hip flexors
back extensors
hip extensors
abdominals - Answer-abdominals
in a clinical trial, pt height is measured in centimeters and weight is measured in kg.
What inference can the PT make about the scale of measurement for height and
weight?
ratio
ordinal
nominal
interval - Answer-ratio scale has an absolute zero point
A PT attempts to select an appropriate intervention to treat a pat with a 10 degree
limitation in knee extension. Which of the following mobilization technique would be
indicated?
lateral glide of the patella
caudal glide of the patella
posterior glide of the tibia
anterior glide of the tibia - Answer-anterior glide of the tibia
A pt with a right radial head fx is examined in PT. The pt's involved elbow ROM begins
at 15 degrees and ends at 90 degrees flexion. The PT should record the elbow ROM
as?
0-15-90
15-0-90
15-90
0-90 - Answer-15-90
,A PT attempts to improve a pt's LE strength. Which PNF technique would be the most
appropriate to achieve PT's goals?
contract relax
repeated contractions
rhythmic stabilization
hold-relax - Answer-repeated contractions
A PT instructs a pt dx with RC tendonitis in transverse plane resistive exercises. Which
motions would be appropriate based on the given information?
abduction and adduction
flexion and extension
medial and lateral rotation
pronation and supination - Answer-medial and lateral rotation
A pt is limited in passive ankle DF whe the knee is extended, but not limited when the
knee is flexed. The most logical explanation is?
tight gastroc
tight soleus
tight popliteus
tight gastoc/ soleus - Answer-tight gastroc
Which of the following electrodiagnostic test would be most helpful in dx CTS?
electroencephalography
evoked potentials
nerve conduction velocity
electromyography - Answer-nerve conduction
electroencephalography - Answer-seizure activity, metabolic disorders and cerebellar
lesions
evoked potentials - Answer-electrical activity recorded from the presentation of a
stimulus, used in dx MS
electromyography - Answer-used to assess peripheral N injuries and to differentiate b/w
various neuromuscular disorders
Most appropriate iontophoresis for pain with patellar tendonitis?
acetic acid
lidocaine
sodium chloride
zinc oxide - Answer-lidocaine- (+) charged ion to treat pn and inflammation
Talar tilt test examines which ligament after an inversion sprain?
anterior talotibial
calcaneofibular
deltoid
,posterior talotibial - Answer-calcaneofibular
Assuming normal development which reflex would not be integrated in a 7 month old?
ATNR
Moro reflex
Landau reflex
STNR - Answer-Landau reflex (superman)- begins 3 mo old not integrated until 2 yr old
ATNR - Answer-0-6 mo
Moro reflex (startle reflex) - Answer-28 wks- 5 mo
STNR - Answer-6-8 mo
As part of a cervical exam the pt attempts to screen for possible VBI but is unable to
position the pt's head and neck in the recommended test position. Most appropriate
action is to?
complete test in approximately 50% of available ROM
complete test in available ROM as tolerated
avoid test until pt has full ROM
avoid direct cervical treatment techniques until the VBI test can be completed - Answer-
complete test in available ROM
Which sensation is most affected with deficits in the anterolateral spinothalamic
system?
barognosis
kinesthesia
graphesthesia
temperature - Answer-temperature
barognosis - Answer-dorsal columns
kinesthesia - Answer-dorsal columns
perception of the body's movement through space
graphesthesia - Answer-dorsal columns
ability to "read" a number by having it traced on the skin
Which factor has the greatest influence on a 13 year old's possible ACL ligament
reconstruction?
anthropometric measurements
hamstring/ quadriceps strength ratio
skeletal maturity
somatotype - Answer-skeletal maturity- because this surgery can have an impact on
potential bone growth
, PT identifies a bluish discoloration of the skin and nailbeds of a 55 year old male for
pulmonary rehab. What does this objective finding indicate?
hyperoxemia
hyperoxia
hypokalemia
hypoxemia - Answer-hypoxemia- PaO2 less than 80 mm Hg
Which of the following would be the most appropriate action to enhance the quality of
patient care?
offer CEU to senior therapists in relation to experience
divide the CEU resources evenly
establish a committee to review requests for CEU courses
prioritize requests for CEU resources based on established pt care standards - Answer-
prioritize requests for CEU resources based on established pt care standards
Normal BMI is considered as?
14-18.5
18.5-24.9
25-29
30-35 - Answer-18.5-24.9
Most likely ACL autograft site when scar is on the anterior surface of the R knee?
semitendinosus and semimembranous
semitendinosus and gracilis
semimembranosus and gracilis
semitendinosus and biceps femoris - Answer-semitendinosus and gracilis- often used
together as a graft for ACL
PT strokes the cheek of a one month old causing the infant to turn its mouth towards the
stimulus. This action is utilized to assess the?
moro reflex
rooting reflex
startle reflex
righting reflex - Answer-rooting reflex- primitive reflex that is present form 28 wks- 3 mo
What is the appropriate force to decrease lumbar spasms?
10% of BW
15% of BW
25% of BW
50% of BW - Answer-25%
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A note in a patient's medical record indicates a specific drug is taken through enteral
administration. Which of the following is an example of enteral administration?
inhalation
injection
topical
oral - Answer-oral administration is considered the easiest form of taking medication
when self medication is required and is relatively safe since drugs enter the system in a
fairly controlled manner
A patient is position in supine with the hips flexed to 90 degrees and knee extended. As
the patient slowly lowers her extended legs toward the horizontal there is an increase in
lordosis of the low back. This finding is indicative of weakness of the?
hip flexors
back extensors
hip extensors
abdominals - Answer-abdominals
in a clinical trial, pt height is measured in centimeters and weight is measured in kg.
What inference can the PT make about the scale of measurement for height and
weight?
ratio
ordinal
nominal
interval - Answer-ratio scale has an absolute zero point
A PT attempts to select an appropriate intervention to treat a pat with a 10 degree
limitation in knee extension. Which of the following mobilization technique would be
indicated?
lateral glide of the patella
caudal glide of the patella
posterior glide of the tibia
anterior glide of the tibia - Answer-anterior glide of the tibia
A pt with a right radial head fx is examined in PT. The pt's involved elbow ROM begins
at 15 degrees and ends at 90 degrees flexion. The PT should record the elbow ROM
as?
0-15-90
15-0-90
15-90
0-90 - Answer-15-90
,A PT attempts to improve a pt's LE strength. Which PNF technique would be the most
appropriate to achieve PT's goals?
contract relax
repeated contractions
rhythmic stabilization
hold-relax - Answer-repeated contractions
A PT instructs a pt dx with RC tendonitis in transverse plane resistive exercises. Which
motions would be appropriate based on the given information?
abduction and adduction
flexion and extension
medial and lateral rotation
pronation and supination - Answer-medial and lateral rotation
A pt is limited in passive ankle DF whe the knee is extended, but not limited when the
knee is flexed. The most logical explanation is?
tight gastroc
tight soleus
tight popliteus
tight gastoc/ soleus - Answer-tight gastroc
Which of the following electrodiagnostic test would be most helpful in dx CTS?
electroencephalography
evoked potentials
nerve conduction velocity
electromyography - Answer-nerve conduction
electroencephalography - Answer-seizure activity, metabolic disorders and cerebellar
lesions
evoked potentials - Answer-electrical activity recorded from the presentation of a
stimulus, used in dx MS
electromyography - Answer-used to assess peripheral N injuries and to differentiate b/w
various neuromuscular disorders
Most appropriate iontophoresis for pain with patellar tendonitis?
acetic acid
lidocaine
sodium chloride
zinc oxide - Answer-lidocaine- (+) charged ion to treat pn and inflammation
Talar tilt test examines which ligament after an inversion sprain?
anterior talotibial
calcaneofibular
deltoid
,posterior talotibial - Answer-calcaneofibular
Assuming normal development which reflex would not be integrated in a 7 month old?
ATNR
Moro reflex
Landau reflex
STNR - Answer-Landau reflex (superman)- begins 3 mo old not integrated until 2 yr old
ATNR - Answer-0-6 mo
Moro reflex (startle reflex) - Answer-28 wks- 5 mo
STNR - Answer-6-8 mo
As part of a cervical exam the pt attempts to screen for possible VBI but is unable to
position the pt's head and neck in the recommended test position. Most appropriate
action is to?
complete test in approximately 50% of available ROM
complete test in available ROM as tolerated
avoid test until pt has full ROM
avoid direct cervical treatment techniques until the VBI test can be completed - Answer-
complete test in available ROM
Which sensation is most affected with deficits in the anterolateral spinothalamic
system?
barognosis
kinesthesia
graphesthesia
temperature - Answer-temperature
barognosis - Answer-dorsal columns
kinesthesia - Answer-dorsal columns
perception of the body's movement through space
graphesthesia - Answer-dorsal columns
ability to "read" a number by having it traced on the skin
Which factor has the greatest influence on a 13 year old's possible ACL ligament
reconstruction?
anthropometric measurements
hamstring/ quadriceps strength ratio
skeletal maturity
somatotype - Answer-skeletal maturity- because this surgery can have an impact on
potential bone growth
, PT identifies a bluish discoloration of the skin and nailbeds of a 55 year old male for
pulmonary rehab. What does this objective finding indicate?
hyperoxemia
hyperoxia
hypokalemia
hypoxemia - Answer-hypoxemia- PaO2 less than 80 mm Hg
Which of the following would be the most appropriate action to enhance the quality of
patient care?
offer CEU to senior therapists in relation to experience
divide the CEU resources evenly
establish a committee to review requests for CEU courses
prioritize requests for CEU resources based on established pt care standards - Answer-
prioritize requests for CEU resources based on established pt care standards
Normal BMI is considered as?
14-18.5
18.5-24.9
25-29
30-35 - Answer-18.5-24.9
Most likely ACL autograft site when scar is on the anterior surface of the R knee?
semitendinosus and semimembranous
semitendinosus and gracilis
semimembranosus and gracilis
semitendinosus and biceps femoris - Answer-semitendinosus and gracilis- often used
together as a graft for ACL
PT strokes the cheek of a one month old causing the infant to turn its mouth towards the
stimulus. This action is utilized to assess the?
moro reflex
rooting reflex
startle reflex
righting reflex - Answer-rooting reflex- primitive reflex that is present form 28 wks- 3 mo
What is the appropriate force to decrease lumbar spasms?
10% of BW
15% of BW
25% of BW
50% of BW - Answer-25%
