Physical Therapy Quizzes, Questions & Answers

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Assessment - Term 4 focuses on evaluating physical therapy skills such as neural tension tests, de Quervain's tenosynovitis diagnosis, muscle strength, and nerve root testing. It is crucial for learners aiming to enhance their...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 49 | Last updated: May 5, 2023

Sample Question
To perform a neural tension test for the median nerve, you would depress the shoulder girdle, abduct the GH joint, extend the elbow, ______ the arm, and ______ the forearm.

Internally rotate, supinate

Externally rotate, supinate

Internally rotate, pronate

Externally rotate, pronate

Introduction To Physical Therapy: Chapter 4

Introduction to Physical Therapy: chapter 4

Giving physical therapy to a patient is a very complicated task therefore the need to use a professional due to how delicate it is. Are working on becoming a certified physiotherapist? Take up the review questions below and...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 508 | Last updated: Apr 10, 2025

Sample Question
What does LAMP stand for?

Learning, Administration, Making, Professionalism

Leadership, Administration, Modeling, Professionalism

Leadership, Administrattion, Management, Professionalism

Electrophysical Agents - Shortwave Diathermy

Discuss physiological effects of shortwave diathermy Understand diff heating patterns Discuss indications for use of SWD Identify safety aspect and contra-indications Clarify common clinical apps for SWD

Questions: 45 | Attempts: 3500 | Last updated: Jun 12, 2024

Sample Question
The frequency, wavelength and velocity of SWD is

25.3 Mhz, 12m, 2x10 power of 7 m/s

27.12 Mhz, 11m, 3x10 power of 8 m/s

Electrophysical Agents - Cryotherapy

Physiological effects of cryotherapyindications of cryotherapysafety aspects & contraindicationsdifferent applications

Questions: 23 | Attempts: 1118 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Conduction has the following features:

The greater the temp gradient btw the skin & cooling source the greater will be the resulting tissue temp change

Tissues with higher content have better thermal conductivity

Time of exposure is impt when considering the ability of cold to lower the temp of subcutaneous tissues, muscle & joints

Extraction of heat upon contact with the skin

Pqg4 Part 4 Of 4

PQG4 Part 4 of 4

PQG4 Part 4 of 4 explores key concepts in physical therapy. It covers thoracodynia, joint receptor sensitivity, effects of nerve injuries, exercise types, joint mobility, and muscle insufficiency. Essential for students and...

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 561 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
While discussing a patient’s progress with the referring physician, the physician asks if the patient has demonstrate any signs of thoracodynia. Thoracodynia can be described as

Hypoventilation

Inadequate chest expansion

Diaphragmatic spasm

Chest pain

Pqg4 Part 3 Of 4

PQG4 Part 3 of 4

PQG4 Part 3 of 4 assesses knowledge in physical therapy with a focus on conditions like burns, hypoxemia, emphysema, and rheumatoid arthritis. It evaluates skills in diagnosing and planning rehabilitation strategies, essential...

Questions: 51 | Attempts: 1082 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
A patient sustained a deep partial thickness burn to the left forearm. A reduction in the cellular and protein constituents of hypertrophic scarring can be accomplished through

Pressure garments

Passing range of motion

Surgical intervention only

Correct positioning

Pqg4 Part 1 Of 4

PQG4 Part 1 of 4

PQG4 Part 1 of 4 focuses on scenarios and treatments in physical therapy, assessing skills in handling diverse patient conditions such as spina bifida, shoulder dislocation, ACL insufficiency, and infection control. It's crucial...

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 311 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
A physical therapist is treating a six month-old infant with spina bifida. The infant suddenly begins to act strangely at the conclusion of the treatment session. A primary survey reveals the infant is not breathing but does have a pulse. The most immediate response would be to

Begin chest compressions

Begin mouth to mouth breathing

Begin mouth to nose breathing

Begin mouth to mouth and nose breathing

Pqg3 Part 1 Of 4

PQG3 Part 1 of 4

PQG3 Part 1 of 4 assesses knowledge in physical therapy, focusing on practical scenarios like skin care for spinal injury, CPR, gait biomechanics, blood pressure monitoring, disability behavior assessment, and ultrasound...

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 285 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
While working with a T6 spinal cord injured patient a physical therapist identifies a small, reddened area over the patient’s right ischial tuberosity region. The physical therapist should immediately:

Notify nursing and remind the patient of their role in proper skin care

Order a water mattress for the patient

Alert the patient to the potential dangers of skin breakdown

Notify the primary physician and declare a medical emergency

Gait Deviations From 101

GAIT DEVIATIONS FROM 101

QUESTIONS TAKEN FROM PTA 101 IN THE CHAPTER "ELEMENTS OF NORMAL GAIT PATTERN"

Questions: 14 | Attempts: 2601 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
DURING THE INITAL HEEL STRIKE: PATIENTS HEAD AND TRUNK SHIFT FORWARD AT HEEL STRIKE, PLACING COG ANTERIOR TO KNEE JOINT, PREVENTING KNEE FLEXIONWHERE IS THE POTENTIAL PROBLEM?

KNEE FLEXORS

ANKLE DORSIFLEXORS

KNEE EXTENSORS

HIP FLEXORS

Cervical And Pelvic Traction Quiz: Test!

Cervical and Pelvic Traction Quiz: Test!

How much do you know about cervical and pelvic traction? Placing a stretch on the spine divides the vertebrae and eases direct nerve pressure and stress on the vertebral discs. Cervical traction is a regular non-surgical...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 1729 | Last updated: Mar 17, 2023

Sample Question
WHICH IS NOT AN INDICATION FOR CERVICAL TRACTION?

LIGAMENTOUS SPRAIN

COMPRESSION FRACTURE

HERNIATED DISK

SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

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