PEAT 1 Questions with Detailed Verified Answers
PEAT 1 Questions with Detailed Verified Answers CN V (trigeminal) (normal reflex
= slight jaw elevation, while a brisk or exaggerated response suggests damage to the
UMN) Ans: Which structure is this special test assessing?
- cartilage
- ligament
- cranial nerve
- peripheral nerve
Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow) Ans: Which of the following conditions would
BEST be treated with this stretch?
- carpal tunnel
- cubital tunnel
- medial epicondylitis
- lateral epicondylitis
Superior labral tear Ans: Which of the following conditions does deep pain in the
shoulder joint while performing this special test BEST indicate?
- rotator cuff tear
- subacromial bursitis
- superior labral tear
- supraspinatus tendonitis
,Basilar (supplies the pons and much of the brainstem --> cranial nerve palsies (diplopia,
dysphagia), long tract signs (B weakness, sensory changes), and "locked-in" syndrome)
Ans: A patient presents with diplopia, dysphagia, and diminished vibration and position
sense. They also have weakness in the lower extremities bilaterally. However, they do
not have any changes in their personality. Which artery is most likely affected?
- basilar
- anterior cerebral
- middle cerebral
- posterior cerebral
Cervical stabilization exercises (ulnar drift of the MCP joints is indicative of
rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which often begins w/ cervical spine involvement -->
incorporate cervical stabilization exercises to limit the impact of instability at C1-2; the
remaining interventions are CONTRAINDICATED in some cases) Ans: An individual
presents to your clinic with chronic neck pain and ulnar drift of their fingers at the
MCPs. What is the most appropriate treatment intervention?
- cervical stabilization exercises
- gentle cervical mobilizations
- intermittent traction
- apply heat
Latissimus dorsi (shoulder extension/adduction) and rhomboids (downward
rotation/depression) Ans: Which muscles are activated during the act of pulling a car
trunk downwards?
- upper and lower trapezius
- latissimus dorsi and rhomboids
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,Photosensitivity Ans: You are treating a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus
(SLR). Which of the following conditions is often associated with lupus?
- photosensitivity
- psoriasis
The diaphragm is innervated by C3-C5 --> intact w/ a C6 lesion. The external
intercostals and abdominal muscles are innervated by T1-T11 and T6-L1, respectively -
-> NOT intact. Chest wall expands paradoxically -- may move inward because the
intercostals are paralyzed; abdomen moves outward normally. Ans: If a patient has a
C6 SCI, how would their chest and abdomen respond during inhalation?
- chest and abdomen move outwards
- chest and abdomen move inwards
- chest moves inwards, abdomen moves outwards
- chest moves outwards, abdomen moves inwards
Dependent for ADLs and mobility; power wheelchair w/ sip-and-puff or head controls
Ans: If an individual presents with a C4 SCI, what are the likely functional outcomes
and levels of independence?
Diaphragm Ans: Which component of breathing is being assessed with the hands
placed in this position?
Triceps Ans: If this finger presented with neurological s/s, which muscle do you also
think would be impacted -- if the condition following a typical dermatomal and
myotome pattern?
- biceps
- brachioradialis
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, - triceps
Lower trapezius Ans: Which muscles is being assessed in this position?
- lower trapezius
- latissimus dorsi
- rhomboids
- middle trapezius
Latissimus dorsi Ans: A patient attempts to flex their arm. To accomplish their full
ROM, they have to extend their back. Which muscle is most likely causing this
compensatory pattern?
- latissimus dorsi
- pectoralis major
- pectoralis minor
Long thoracic Ans: Which nerve is MOST likely involved in this clinical presentation?
- long thoracic
- suprascapular
- musculocutaneous
Proximal anterior, as the FDS and FDP lie in the volar forearm flexor mass (even w/o
the wrist extensors stimulated, the patient can often stabilize the wrist volitionally or
w/ positioning/splinting) Ans: Where is the BEST place to apply electrodes to facilitate
a hook grip in the hand?
- proximal anterior
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PEAT 1 Questions with Detailed Verified Answers CN V (trigeminal) (normal reflex
= slight jaw elevation, while a brisk or exaggerated response suggests damage to the
UMN) Ans: Which structure is this special test assessing?
- cartilage
- ligament
- cranial nerve
- peripheral nerve
Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow) Ans: Which of the following conditions would
BEST be treated with this stretch?
- carpal tunnel
- cubital tunnel
- medial epicondylitis
- lateral epicondylitis
Superior labral tear Ans: Which of the following conditions does deep pain in the
shoulder joint while performing this special test BEST indicate?
- rotator cuff tear
- subacromial bursitis
- superior labral tear
- supraspinatus tendonitis
,Basilar (supplies the pons and much of the brainstem --> cranial nerve palsies (diplopia,
dysphagia), long tract signs (B weakness, sensory changes), and "locked-in" syndrome)
Ans: A patient presents with diplopia, dysphagia, and diminished vibration and position
sense. They also have weakness in the lower extremities bilaterally. However, they do
not have any changes in their personality. Which artery is most likely affected?
- basilar
- anterior cerebral
- middle cerebral
- posterior cerebral
Cervical stabilization exercises (ulnar drift of the MCP joints is indicative of
rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which often begins w/ cervical spine involvement -->
incorporate cervical stabilization exercises to limit the impact of instability at C1-2; the
remaining interventions are CONTRAINDICATED in some cases) Ans: An individual
presents to your clinic with chronic neck pain and ulnar drift of their fingers at the
MCPs. What is the most appropriate treatment intervention?
- cervical stabilization exercises
- gentle cervical mobilizations
- intermittent traction
- apply heat
Latissimus dorsi (shoulder extension/adduction) and rhomboids (downward
rotation/depression) Ans: Which muscles are activated during the act of pulling a car
trunk downwards?
- upper and lower trapezius
- latissimus dorsi and rhomboids
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,Photosensitivity Ans: You are treating a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus
(SLR). Which of the following conditions is often associated with lupus?
- photosensitivity
- psoriasis
The diaphragm is innervated by C3-C5 --> intact w/ a C6 lesion. The external
intercostals and abdominal muscles are innervated by T1-T11 and T6-L1, respectively -
-> NOT intact. Chest wall expands paradoxically -- may move inward because the
intercostals are paralyzed; abdomen moves outward normally. Ans: If a patient has a
C6 SCI, how would their chest and abdomen respond during inhalation?
- chest and abdomen move outwards
- chest and abdomen move inwards
- chest moves inwards, abdomen moves outwards
- chest moves outwards, abdomen moves inwards
Dependent for ADLs and mobility; power wheelchair w/ sip-and-puff or head controls
Ans: If an individual presents with a C4 SCI, what are the likely functional outcomes
and levels of independence?
Diaphragm Ans: Which component of breathing is being assessed with the hands
placed in this position?
Triceps Ans: If this finger presented with neurological s/s, which muscle do you also
think would be impacted -- if the condition following a typical dermatomal and
myotome pattern?
- biceps
- brachioradialis
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, - triceps
Lower trapezius Ans: Which muscles is being assessed in this position?
- lower trapezius
- latissimus dorsi
- rhomboids
- middle trapezius
Latissimus dorsi Ans: A patient attempts to flex their arm. To accomplish their full
ROM, they have to extend their back. Which muscle is most likely causing this
compensatory pattern?
- latissimus dorsi
- pectoralis major
- pectoralis minor
Long thoracic Ans: Which nerve is MOST likely involved in this clinical presentation?
- long thoracic
- suprascapular
- musculocutaneous
Proximal anterior, as the FDS and FDP lie in the volar forearm flexor mass (even w/o
the wrist extensors stimulated, the patient can often stabilize the wrist volitionally or
w/ positioning/splinting) Ans: Where is the BEST place to apply electrodes to facilitate
a hook grip in the hand?
- proximal anterior
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