FUNDAMENTAL ORTHOPEDIC 5TH EDITION
Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist
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by Robert C. Manske
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TEST BANK Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical
Therapist Assistant, 5/E Manske
Chapter 1. Patient Supervision and Observation During Treatment
Manske: Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant,
5th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Who is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision, data
collection, and appropriate supervision of a patient during physical therapy?
a. Physical therapist (PT)
b. Physical therapist assistant (PTA)
c. Nursing assistant
d. Medical doctor
ANS: B
The PTA is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision,
data collection, and appropriate problem-solving and clinical decision making.
2. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the clinical patient supervision process?
a. To gather relevant information and data
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c. To prescribe interventions the patient requires
d. To assist in the management of the patient
ANS: C
PTAs do not prescribe interventions for the patient. The PTA observes, documents, and
discusses patient observations with the PT.
3. Select the open-ended question.
a. What is your pain level today on a scale of 1-10?
b. When did the pain begin?
c. Tell me about the time that you injured knee.
d. When did you take your last pain medication?
ANS: C
The open-ended question leads the patient to say more than yes or no. Open-ended questions
provide much richer details about the incident or experience.
4. Which of the following statements is true regarding the working environment of PTAs?
a. PTAs work in isolation with their patient assignments.
b. PTAs work with a team of experts in all areas of a patient’s care.
c. PTAs work only with the PT in providing therapy.
d. PTAs are the most important people on the rehabilitation team when providing
therapy.
ANS: B
The PTA must be aware of the key members of the rehabilitation team. Occupational
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therapists, PTs, nurses, respiratory therapists, psychologists, and audiologists are only a few of
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the important members of the rehabilitation team. The PTA does not work in isolation.
5. Which of the following statements would be used in a discussion with a patient?
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a. “Your blood pressure is 150/90 which indicates hypertension and could lead to a
cerebral vascular accident if you don’t take your medications.”
b. “Your blood pressure is higher than normal today, 150/90. Did you take your blood
pressure medication this morning?”
c. “The doctor prescribed a beta-blocker for you a month ago. Has that been helping
your blood pressure?”
d. “The combination of your calcium-channel blocker and beta-blocker do not seem
to be controlling your blood pressure. Let’s call the doctor.”
ANS: B
The PTA should learn to communicate openly, freely, and in a professional manner. The PTA
must employ appropriate and professional medical terminology with professional people—but
use familiar (lay) terms to describe the same condition to a patient or a family member.
Avoiding the use of medical jargon (hypertension, beta-blocker, calcium-channel blocker)
with patients is required by PTAs.
6. How can a PTA demonstrate accountability in their practice?
a. Maintain timely documentation about patient interventions.
b. Maintain good rapport with patients.
c. Continue their education past their initial degree.
d. Report all findings to the supervising PT so that modifications can be made in
response to changes in patient status.
ANS: D
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be made in accordance with changes in patient status.
7. Which type of questioning would you use to find facts or obtain specific responses from a
patient about an injury to a limb or joint?
a. Open-ended questions
b. Closed-ended questions
c. A pause
d. Neutral phrase
ANS: B
Closed-ended questions are used to find out specific details, direct the discussion, or elicit
specific responses from the patient.
8. Which of the following is an example of prompting during a physical therapy session?
a. “When you walk up the steps, which foot will you move first?”
b. “All right, now pick up your right foot and put it on the next step.”
c. Point to the step and touch the patient’s right leg.
d. Observe the behavior of the patient to see if they will lift up the correct foot while
walking up the steps.
ANS: A
Prompting a patient to perform a task can be viewed as the presentation of a question.
Prompting allows patients to decipher information, solve problems, and provide solutions to
activities they must overcome during recovery. Cues are directions.
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9. Who holds the ultimate responsibility for the patient’s physical therapy?
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a. PTA
b. Medical doctor
c. Nurse
d. PT
ANS: D
To minimize the confusing array of treatment protocols, the PTA must effectively and
efficiently communicate with the supervising PT to clarify differences in patient care, always
remembering that the PT has the ultimate responsibility for the interventions provided.
10. Which of the following actions should you take if you have a disagreement with the PT?
a. Refuse to provide the treatment or intervention on the PT’s plan of care.
b. Change the treatment for the day and then report to the PT what was done at the
end of the day.
c. Follow the plan of care no matter what changes are observed in the patient and
document later.
d. Discuss your findings and rationale with the PT to learn and provide better care.
ANS: D
A full understanding of the rationale and purpose of PT interventions allows for improved
delivery of care and safe and effective care. PTAs cannot change the plan of care by
themselves.
11. When can a PTA adjust or modify a program of treatment?
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a. When the PTA observes certain signs and symptoms in the patient
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b. After seeking input and direction from the supervising PT
c. The PTA cannot ever change the plan of care
d. None of the above
ANS: B
The PTA, with direction and input from the supervising PT, can adjust or modify the program
of treatment.
12. The PTA’s clinical decision-making process should begin with
a. taking orderly and specific steps to notify the supervising PT.
b. recognizing that a problem exists.
c. adjusting the program according to the patient’s needs.
d. asking the PT to assess the patient.
ANS: B
The clinical decision-making process used by the PTA involves recognizing that a problem
exists, then taking orderly and specific steps to notify the supervising PT and adjusting the
program accordingly.
13. Which of the following behaviors exemplifies a well-adapted PTA?
a. Constantly asks about the rationale for treatment.
b. Establishes themselves as an eager learner.
c. Is open to innovative ways of managing various pathologic conditions.
d. All of the above.
ANS: D
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The well-adapted PTA views any apparent roadblocks as learning opportunities. The PTA is
advised to take advantage of the broad knowledge and experience of many PTs, constantly
inquire about the rationale and scientific basis for a particular program, and establish him- or
herself as an eager learning participant who is open to innovative ways of managing various
pathologic conditions.
14. Why do PTAs and PTs use general scales of measurement?
a. To standardize assessment and more accurately measure patient progress
b. To shorten the amount of time needed to document the patient’s condition
c. To demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology
d. None of the above
ANS: A
General scales are used to standardize assessment and more accurately measure patient
progress.
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Chapter 02: The Role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in Physical Assessment
Manske: Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant,
5th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which health care provider is defined as “a technically educated health care provider who
assists the physical therapist in the provision of select PT interventions”?
a. Physical therapist assistant (PTA)
b. Physical therapist (PT)
c. Nursing assistant
d. Medical doctor
ANS: A
This is the definition of the PTA as defined by the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice (2nd
Ed.).
2. Which of the following is the responsibility of the PT alone?
a. Observation
b. Assessment
c. Examination
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d. Evaluation
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ANS: D
Evaluation is the specific process reserved solely for the PT, in which clinical judgments are
made from this base of data obtained during the examination.
3. Which of the following statements is NOT included in the Clinical Performance Instrument
(CPI) by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) related to the PTA’s role?
a. Participates in patient status judgments within the clinical environment based on
the plan of care established by the PT.
b. Obtains accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent
with the plan of care established by the PT.
c. Discusses the need for modifications to the plan of care established by the PT.
d. Makes clinical judgments based on the assessment and examination of the patient.
ANS: D
It is the role of the PT to make clinical judgments based on the assessment and examination of
the patient.
4. Which of the following contains the cardinal signs of inflammation?
a. Swelling, pallor, cool skin temperature
b. Swelling, pain, redness, heat
c. Fever, pain, redness, and warmth
d. Pain, fever, cool skin temperature
ANS: B
The commonly accepted and normal cardinal signs and symptoms of inflammation are
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Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist
Assistant, 5th Edition
by Robert C. Manske
FULL TEST BANK!!!
EXPERTS REVIWED QUESTIONS
WITH 100% VERIFIED ANSDWERS.
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(BEST SOLUTIONS)
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FIND US AT:
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j
&opi=89978449&url=https://www.stuvia.com/en-
us/user/GENIOUSDOC&ved=2ahUKEwiV4KPvoJiL
AxWUhv0HHTQ2AbcQFnoECBMQAQ&usg=AOvV aw1GOQxb_l4-
xUANe2Fey1Zw
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, FUNDAMENTAL ORTHOPEDIC 5TH EDITION
TEST BANK Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical
Therapist Assistant, 5/E Manske
Chapter 1. Patient Supervision and Observation During Treatment
Manske: Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant,
5th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Who is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision, data
collection, and appropriate supervision of a patient during physical therapy?
a. Physical therapist (PT)
b. Physical therapist assistant (PTA)
c. Nursing assistant
d. Medical doctor
ANS: B
The PTA is responsible for carrying out prescribed selected interventions, patient supervision,
data collection, and appropriate problem-solving and clinical decision making.
2. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the clinical patient supervision process?
a. To gather relevant information and data
s
iu
b. To establish and enhance rapport, trust, and confidence
n
ge
c. To prescribe interventions the patient requires
d. To assist in the management of the patient
ANS: C
PTAs do not prescribe interventions for the patient. The PTA observes, documents, and
discusses patient observations with the PT.
3. Select the open-ended question.
a. What is your pain level today on a scale of 1-10?
b. When did the pain begin?
c. Tell me about the time that you injured knee.
d. When did you take your last pain medication?
ANS: C
The open-ended question leads the patient to say more than yes or no. Open-ended questions
provide much richer details about the incident or experience.
4. Which of the following statements is true regarding the working environment of PTAs?
a. PTAs work in isolation with their patient assignments.
b. PTAs work with a team of experts in all areas of a patient’s care.
c. PTAs work only with the PT in providing therapy.
d. PTAs are the most important people on the rehabilitation team when providing
therapy.
ANS: B
The PTA must be aware of the key members of the rehabilitation team. Occupational
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therapists, PTs, nurses, respiratory therapists, psychologists, and audiologists are only a few of
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, FUNDAMENTAL ORTHOPEDIC 5TH EDITION
the important members of the rehabilitation team. The PTA does not work in isolation.
5. Which of the following statements would be used in a discussion with a patient?
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a. “Your blood pressure is 150/90 which indicates hypertension and could lead to a
cerebral vascular accident if you don’t take your medications.”
b. “Your blood pressure is higher than normal today, 150/90. Did you take your blood
pressure medication this morning?”
c. “The doctor prescribed a beta-blocker for you a month ago. Has that been helping
your blood pressure?”
d. “The combination of your calcium-channel blocker and beta-blocker do not seem
to be controlling your blood pressure. Let’s call the doctor.”
ANS: B
The PTA should learn to communicate openly, freely, and in a professional manner. The PTA
must employ appropriate and professional medical terminology with professional people—but
use familiar (lay) terms to describe the same condition to a patient or a family member.
Avoiding the use of medical jargon (hypertension, beta-blocker, calcium-channel blocker)
with patients is required by PTAs.
6. How can a PTA demonstrate accountability in their practice?
a. Maintain timely documentation about patient interventions.
b. Maintain good rapport with patients.
c. Continue their education past their initial degree.
d. Report all findings to the supervising PT so that modifications can be made in
response to changes in patient status.
ANS: D
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iu
PTAs are responsible for reporting all findings to the supervising PT so that modifications can
n
ge
be made in accordance with changes in patient status.
7. Which type of questioning would you use to find facts or obtain specific responses from a
patient about an injury to a limb or joint?
a. Open-ended questions
b. Closed-ended questions
c. A pause
d. Neutral phrase
ANS: B
Closed-ended questions are used to find out specific details, direct the discussion, or elicit
specific responses from the patient.
8. Which of the following is an example of prompting during a physical therapy session?
a. “When you walk up the steps, which foot will you move first?”
b. “All right, now pick up your right foot and put it on the next step.”
c. Point to the step and touch the patient’s right leg.
d. Observe the behavior of the patient to see if they will lift up the correct foot while
walking up the steps.
ANS: A
Prompting a patient to perform a task can be viewed as the presentation of a question.
Prompting allows patients to decipher information, solve problems, and provide solutions to
activities they must overcome during recovery. Cues are directions.
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9. Who holds the ultimate responsibility for the patient’s physical therapy?
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a. PTA
b. Medical doctor
c. Nurse
d. PT
ANS: D
To minimize the confusing array of treatment protocols, the PTA must effectively and
efficiently communicate with the supervising PT to clarify differences in patient care, always
remembering that the PT has the ultimate responsibility for the interventions provided.
10. Which of the following actions should you take if you have a disagreement with the PT?
a. Refuse to provide the treatment or intervention on the PT’s plan of care.
b. Change the treatment for the day and then report to the PT what was done at the
end of the day.
c. Follow the plan of care no matter what changes are observed in the patient and
document later.
d. Discuss your findings and rationale with the PT to learn and provide better care.
ANS: D
A full understanding of the rationale and purpose of PT interventions allows for improved
delivery of care and safe and effective care. PTAs cannot change the plan of care by
themselves.
11. When can a PTA adjust or modify a program of treatment?
s
iu
a. When the PTA observes certain signs and symptoms in the patient
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b. After seeking input and direction from the supervising PT
c. The PTA cannot ever change the plan of care
d. None of the above
ANS: B
The PTA, with direction and input from the supervising PT, can adjust or modify the program
of treatment.
12. The PTA’s clinical decision-making process should begin with
a. taking orderly and specific steps to notify the supervising PT.
b. recognizing that a problem exists.
c. adjusting the program according to the patient’s needs.
d. asking the PT to assess the patient.
ANS: B
The clinical decision-making process used by the PTA involves recognizing that a problem
exists, then taking orderly and specific steps to notify the supervising PT and adjusting the
program accordingly.
13. Which of the following behaviors exemplifies a well-adapted PTA?
a. Constantly asks about the rationale for treatment.
b. Establishes themselves as an eager learner.
c. Is open to innovative ways of managing various pathologic conditions.
d. All of the above.
ANS: D
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The well-adapted PTA views any apparent roadblocks as learning opportunities. The PTA is
advised to take advantage of the broad knowledge and experience of many PTs, constantly
inquire about the rationale and scientific basis for a particular program, and establish him- or
herself as an eager learning participant who is open to innovative ways of managing various
pathologic conditions.
14. Why do PTAs and PTs use general scales of measurement?
a. To standardize assessment and more accurately measure patient progress
b. To shorten the amount of time needed to document the patient’s condition
c. To demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology
d. None of the above
ANS: A
General scales are used to standardize assessment and more accurately measure patient
progress.
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Chapter 02: The Role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in Physical Assessment
Manske: Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant,
5th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which health care provider is defined as “a technically educated health care provider who
assists the physical therapist in the provision of select PT interventions”?
a. Physical therapist assistant (PTA)
b. Physical therapist (PT)
c. Nursing assistant
d. Medical doctor
ANS: A
This is the definition of the PTA as defined by the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice (2nd
Ed.).
2. Which of the following is the responsibility of the PT alone?
a. Observation
b. Assessment
c. Examination
s
iu
d. Evaluation
n
ge
ANS: D
Evaluation is the specific process reserved solely for the PT, in which clinical judgments are
made from this base of data obtained during the examination.
3. Which of the following statements is NOT included in the Clinical Performance Instrument
(CPI) by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) related to the PTA’s role?
a. Participates in patient status judgments within the clinical environment based on
the plan of care established by the PT.
b. Obtains accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent
with the plan of care established by the PT.
c. Discusses the need for modifications to the plan of care established by the PT.
d. Makes clinical judgments based on the assessment and examination of the patient.
ANS: D
It is the role of the PT to make clinical judgments based on the assessment and examination of
the patient.
4. Which of the following contains the cardinal signs of inflammation?
a. Swelling, pallor, cool skin temperature
b. Swelling, pain, redness, heat
c. Fever, pain, redness, and warmth
d. Pain, fever, cool skin temperature
ANS: B
The commonly accepted and normal cardinal signs and symptoms of inflammation are
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