Malpractice acts may involve which of the following?

All of the above would be considered malpractice

Which of the following are included on a pulmonary rehab team with PT?

All of the above would be included

Which of the following would NOT be included in the subjective portion of a daily note?

The treatment provided to the patient

A PTA gets a request for records from an attorney. Before sending the copies, the PTA needs?

Written authorization from the patient

Which of the following describes a disability according to the ADA?

All of the above describe a type of disability per the ADA

Which of the following CANNOT be delegated to a PTA?

None of the above can be delegated to a PTA

All of the following are considered therapeutic interventions EXCEPT?

All of the above ARE therapeutic interventions

You are working with a pt who is having trouble breathing. What should you assess?

Pulse oximetry and respiratory rate

Which of the following activities are considered instrumental activities of daily living,IADLs?

All of the above are considered IADLs

The kinesthetic learner should do all of the following to help them learn EXCEPT?

All of the following would work

The licensure exam and related activities are responsibilities of what organization?

Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy

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Intro to Physical Therapy Final Review Quiz

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1
Documentation can be written in any color of ink and the mistakes can be erased as needed?
True
False
2
Malpractice acts may involve which of the following?
Exercise injury
Burns due to defective equipment
Patient fall during gait training
All of the above would be considered malpractice
3
Which of the following are included on a pulmonary rehab team with PT?
Respiratory therapist (RT)
All of the above would be included
Pulmonologist
Occupational therapist (OT)
4
Which of the following would NOT be included in the subjective portion of a daily note?
The patient's own report of response to treatment
The patient's description of improvements
The treatment provided to the patient
The patient's complaint of pain
5
According to the APTA, a PTA can do all of the following EXCEPT?
Write a discharge plan
Modify selected interventions to progress a pt
Document patient progress
Perform selected interventions
6
What type of PPE should you wear during a treatment with a patient with a draining wound?
Gloves, gown,and face mask
Gloves
None
Gloves and gown
7
Negligence can be caused by failing to do what another competent therapist would do?
False
True
8
Patients MUST be informed that they are being treated by a student but have the right to refuse
False
True
9
Which of the following is NOT considered an intervention?
Manual Muscle Testing
Patient education
Modalities
Gait training
10
Which of the following is the act created to protect patient confidentiality of health records
The Privacy Act
The Privacy Rule
PHI
HIPAA
11
What is the only color that you can write with in a medical record?
Blue
Red
Green
Black
12
A PTA gets a request for records from an attorney. Before sending the copies, the PTA needs?
Written authorization from the patient's family
Written authorization from the patient's attorney
Written authorization from the patient
All of the above
13
A PTA may not document in the patient record. Only the PT can do this?
True
False
14
The prefix/suffix pathy means?
Pain
Inflammation
Disease
Below or less than normal
15
A patient has the right to examine his/her chart and other records?
False
True
16
Which of the following describes a disability according to the ADA?
Mental impairments that limit major life activities
Physical impairments that limit major life activities
Inability to see, hear, speak, walk or perform manual tasks
All of the above describe a type of disability per the ADA
17
When doing this type of ROM, the joint is moved by the PTA without any help from the patient?
Active assisted
None of the above
Active
Passive
18
Type of question asked to a patient directed at getting a specific fact about their pain?
Open ended
Leading
Proactive
Closed ended
19
Which of the following would not be included in the assessment section of a progress note?
Tests and Measures
The effects of interventions on the patient's problems
The patient's progress towards goals
The PTAs description of the patient's overall response
20
Eating a diet high in salty foods and alcohol can have what impact on the blood pressure?
Both A and B
Decrease
No effect
Increase
21
Which of the following CANNOT be delegated to a PTA?
Periodic re-evaluation with modification of the plan of care
None of the above can be delegated to a PTA
Plan of care (POC) development
Interpretation of MD referrals
22
All of the following are considered therapeutic interventions EXCEPT?
All of the above ARE therapeutic interventions
Therapeutic exercise
Patient education
Physical Agents/Modalities
23
This statement belongs in what section of the note? BP 140/90 and pulse 95 bpm
Assessment
Subjective
Plan
Objective
24
Who were the first physical therapists?
Reconstruction Aides
Physicians
Physiatrists
Nurses
25
Which of the following is an abnormal response to exercise?
HR increases more than 20-30 bpm above resting
Systolic BP increases more than 20-30 mm Hg
The patient is short of breath and cannot talk
All of the above
26
CAPTE regulates the certification and re-certification of clinical specialities?
True
False
27
You are working with a pt who is having trouble breathing. What should you assess?
Heart rate only
Heart rate and strength
Strength and skin assessment
Pulse oximetry and respiratory rate
28
Which of the following activities are considered instrumental activities of daily living,IADLs?
All of the above are considered IADLs
Housework
Grocery shopping
Meal prep
29
The degree of direction and supervision needed to provide services is dependent on all except?
Age of the PTA
The type of setting
Experience level of the PTA
Federal and state statutes
30
A judgement about the level of improvement expected in a patient is known as?
Outcome
Evaluation
Diagnosis
Prognosis
31
This statement belongs in what portion of the note? Pt reports numbness in the back of left leg
Assessment
Plan
Subjective
Objective
32
How much supervision is required for the PT tech?
Physical presence of the PT or the PTA
Continuous supervision throughout the performance of tasks
Both A and C are correct
Techs do not require supervision
33
What is the name of the theory that is commonly the foundation for interventions of pain?
The gate theory
The gate control theory
The closed gate theory
The gate modulator theory
34
The kinesthetic learner should do all of the following to help them learn EXCEPT?
Role play the case studies
Use illustrations and note taking during lectures
All of the following would work
Utilize a motion when learning such as counting on fingers
35
This statement belongs in what portion of the note: Pt needs frequent reminders for NWB status
Plan
Objective
Assessment
Subjective
36
Who can provide consent for treatment for a minor child?
Both B and C are correct
The child
Someone designated as the legal guardian
The parents of the child
37
Pain should be assessed when?
All of the above
After the treatment
Before treatment
During the treatment
38
Active range of motion (AROM) can improve a patient's joint range of motion?
True
False
39
Which of the following is not considered an impairment?
Muscle weakness
Muscle spasm
Edema
Brushing the hair
40
Who can supervise a PTA?
Chiropractor
All of the above
MD
PT
41
What type of diagnosis recognizes disease or illness through medical testing or procedures?
Rehab diagnosis
Medical diagnosis
PT therapeutic diagnosis
Prognosis
42
Which of the following is NOT a core value of the APTA?
Excellence
Altruism
Professional duty
PTA/PT Collaboration
43
Frequency is the number of repetitions of an exercise that you have a patient do?
True
False
44
Which of the following statements about systolic BP is correct?
Occurs when the ventricles of the heart contract
Is normally between 90 and 120 mm Hg
Both A and C are correct
Occurs when the ventricles of the heart relax
45
The licensure exam and related activities are responsibilities of what organization?
Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
American Physical Therapy Association
State licensing Agency
Occupational Safety and Health Admin
46
Girth, palpation, and volumetrics are techniques used to assess?
Inflammation
Swelling
Temperature
Strength
47
When the Balance Budget Act was introduced, what was the annual cap for Medicare pt?
$1,250
$1,000
$2,500
$1,500
48
In physical therapy we use the medical diagnosis to justify the need for our services?
False
True
49
Which of the following is considered the state level of the APTA?
Foundation
Section
Chapter
Assembly
50
According to the APTA statistics, most PTAs work in which type of setting?
PTAs are evenly distributed in all settings
Inpatient
Skilled nursing facilities (SNF)
Outpatient
51
What is the name of the organization that grants accreditation to PTA and PT schools?
NPTE
FSBPT
APTA
CAPTE
52
Which of the following is not a cardinal sign of inflammation?
Numbness
Erythema
Heat
Swelling
53
What is the normal respiration rate for an adult?
10-12 breaths per min
12-18 breaths per min
10-15 breaths per min
14-18 breaths per min
54
You instruct a pt to do quad sets after their knee surgery, what type of exercise is this?
Isotonic
Isokinetic
Isometric
Concentric
55
What type of research uses statistical data as part of the data that is collected an analyzed
Quantitative
Qualitative
Hypothetical
Randomized
56
Accountability, altruism, and integrity are all aspects of what APTA document?
The Guide for Conduct
The Standards of Practice
Professionalism:Core Values
The Code of Ethics
57
Which of the following is not considered a universal precaution recommendation?
Wash hands immediately after glove removal
Use of protective equipment as needed
All of the above are universal precaution recommendations
Maintain a clean work and patient area
58
Which type of documentation used by hospitals has a tab for each discipline to document?
Problem oriented med record (POMR)
Source Oriented Medical Record (SOMR)
SOAP
None of the above
59
Pain that is often sharp, relieved with rest, and aggravated with activity is usually?
Musculoskeletal
Systemic
Muscle tension
Myofascial
60
What is the name of the organization that develops and administers the national exam?
APTA
FSBPT
NPTE
CAPTE
61
This process results in the determination of a diagnosis, prognosis, and desired interventions?
Diagnosis
Assessment
Examination
Evaluation
62
A PTA shall report any conduct that appears to be unethical or illegal?
False
True
63
Informed consent can be obtained by the PT or PTA at any time throughout treatment?
True
False
64
This statement belongs in what section of the note: "Add gait training on uneven surfaces next"
Assessment
Objective
Plan
Subjective
65
Home exercise program (HEP) handouts must include all of the following except?
Position of exercises, repetitions, sets
Diagrams and pictures
PT/PTA name and phone number
Patient's home address and phone number
66
This act mandates access to free and appropriate public education to children with disability
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
None of the above
Americans with Disabilities Education Act
Children with Disabilities Education Act
67
All of the following are types of learning styles EXCEPT?
Visual
Motor
Auditory
Spatial
68
PTAs that are members of the APTA are also members of the PTA Caucus?
True
False
69
Non verbal communication includes all of the following EXCEPT?
Tone and volume of voice
Eye contact and gestures
Facial expression
All of the above are correct
70
The first time the PTA meets a patient, they should do all of the following EXCEPT?
Inform the patient about the treatment plan
Position himself/herself to greet the pt at eye level
Introduce himself/herself by title and name
Refer to the patient by his/her first name
71
Which of the following would not be included in the objective portion of the progress note?
Patient describes having numbness in his back and left leg
Patients strength on MMT for hamstrings on right was 4/5
Pt ambulates with crutches WBAT on R LE
Patient performs 3 reps of stretching exercises
72
When working with the PTA, the ultimate responsibility for the PT services belongs to the PT?
True
False
73
A patient's history may include all of the following except?
Mechanism of injury (MOI) and the symptoms of the illness
All of the above are a part of the patient's history
Personal info and a medical diagnosis
Manual muscle testing (MMT) and gait observation
74
Functional training in work, community, and leisure integration include which of the following
Grooming and home maintenance
Bathing, bed mobility, and transfers
Household chores and yark work
Work hardening and work conditioning
75
What was the name of the first physical therapy professional journal?
Physical Therapy Review
Physiotherapy Review
Physical Therapy
PT Review
76
What insurance would be appropriate for a middle aged man with no history of health issues?
None
Private health insurance
Medicare
Medicaid
77
If a patient with an infectious disease is treated, hands should be washed for how long?
2 minutes
90 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds
78
The prefix/suffix itis means?
Below or less than normal
Inflammation
Pain
Disease
79
A PTA is the only educated, licensed individual to provide physical therapist directed services
False
True
80
The prefix/suffix hypo means?
Pain
Disease
Inflammation
Below or less than normal
81
Bicep curls with a weight in the hand are considered to be what type of exercise?
Isometric
None of the above
Isokinetic
Isotonic
82
Which of the following is the most commonly used pain scale?
0 to 10
0 to 100
1 to 10
1 to 100
83
A visual learner can tape class lectures, take notes, teach others and use study groups?
True
False
84
The PTA asks the patient "what do you think"...which type of question is this?
Leading
Summary
Open ended
Closed ended
85
A PTA is taking vitals during minimal exc with a pt. Which would cause the PTA to STOP?
A systolic BP of 120
A rise in diastolic pressure of 5 mm Hg
A rise in diastolic BP of 90
A rise in systolic pressure of greater than 40 mm Hg
86
Geriatric physical therapy goals should be focused on maximizing strength and ROM?
True
False
87
Passive range of motion (PROM) exercises can increase strength?
False
True
88
Which of the following best describes how the home exercise program should be written?
In conversational style
All of the above are correct
At a fifth grade level
In a logical manner
89
Tests selected by a PT to provide additional information about a condition is part of the exam?
False
True
90
Which of the following ethical principles states do what is best for the pt above all else?
Veracity
Non-maleficence
Beneficence
Justice
91
A skilled technique and activity used to produce changes in a condition is known as what?
Examination
Outcome
Prognosis
Intervention
92
A prosthetic is an ext. device applied to the body parts to provide support and stabilization?
False
True
93
The prefix/suffix algia means?
Pain
Below or less than normal
Disease
Inflammation
94
PTA notes can be co-signed by the PT or another PTA?
True
False
95
Per APTA policy, all PTAs should be licensed or otherwise regulated in all states?
True
False
96
A patient is able to put 25-50% of their weight on their leg. What weight bear status is this?
Full weight bearing (FWB)
Partial weight bearing (PWB)
Weight bearing as tolerated (WBAT)
Non weight bearing (NWB)
97
Orthostatic hypotension refers to a drop in what?
Heart rate
Pulse oximetry
Blood Pressure
Respiratory rate
98
Which of the following would NOT be included in the plan of care in the initial eval?
Short term and long term goals
Patient's mobility at home and in the community
Treatment strategies and rehab potential
All of the above would be included in POC
99
In Ohio, a PTA can work under the direct supervision of an OT if the PT is not available?
False
True
100
Which of the following ethical principles states do no harm to the patient?
Justice
Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
Veracity
101
In the state of Ohio, PTAs must be directly supervised by a PT at ALL times?
True
False
102
Which agency below has a broad authority over physical therapy practice?
Occupational Safety and Health Admin
Workers Compensation
A and B
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
103
What assembly gave the PTAs a formal voice in the APTA?
Affiliates assembly
Active assembly
Association assembly
Assistant assembly
104
Which of the following would be a normal inflammatory rxn for a post operative knee patient?
Severe increase in temp of both knees
Fever
Moderate heat on the post op knee, none on other
Warmth around the surgical site and mild swelling
105
Which setting provides rehab, social, and vocational services to patients who have a disability
Rehab hospitals
Primary care
Subacute care
Hospice care
106
White lab coats and medical scrubs are considered personal protective equipment?
False
True
107
What is considered to be a normal heart rate for adults?
70 beats per minute
60 to 100 beats per minute
120 beats per minute
Both A and B are correct
108
Physical therapy documentation is necessary for which of the following?
All of the above
Quality assurance, research, and education
Continuity of care
Reimbursement of services
109
The numerical rating system (NRS) is a 10 cm unmarked horizontal line used for pain description
False
True
110
All of the following are considered basic activities of daily living (BADLs) EXCEPT?
Dressing
Transfers
Bathing
Housework
111
Which of the following documents provides a clear picture of the behaviors expected of a PTA?
The guide for conduct in the PTA
The standards of practice
The state practice act
The code of ethics
112
How many chapters are there in the APTA?
51
52
50
53
113
The analytic learner prefers to learn by recognizing sequences of symbols or objects?
False
True
114
Hippocrates was the first to use electrical stim. through the application of torpedo fish?
True
False
115
Awareness/acceptance of a patient's racial characteristics, beliefs, economic status are called
Cultural diversity
Cultural knowledge
Cultural competence
Cultural bias
116
The div. of special hospitals and reconstruction used whirlpools, massage, mechanotherapy, etc?
False
True
117
Which of the following insurance providers would cover a widow 50 years old and on disability
None
Medicaid
Private health insurer
Medicare
118
In 1988, direct access was legal in how many states?
None
20
25
15
119
Case studies and case reports are examples of what type of research?
Experimental
Quasi Experimental
True Experimental
Non Experimental
120
Who was the first president of the APTA?
Emma Vogel
Marilyn Moffett
Aristotle
Mary McMillan
121
Type of strength exc when the tension in a muscle develops through conc/eccentric contractions?
Isotonic
Isokinetic
Concentric
Isometric
122
Bradycardia is defined as ?
Heart rate less than 60 bpm
None of the above
Heart rate more than 100 bpm
Heart rate more than 60 bpm
123
What type of variable in a research study is the one that is manipulated or controlled?
Independent
Dependent
Hypothetical
Experimental
124
In WV what level of supervision is required for a PTA to work in a hospital?
General
Direct
On site
None of the above
125
Tachycardia is defined as ?
Pulse rate greater than 100
Pulse rate less than 100
Low Blood pressure
High blood pressure
126
When rating pitting edema, the PTA notes a depression lasting 20 sec to rebound. What is this?
1+
3+
4+
2+
127
All of the following are types of physical agents EXCEPT?
All of the above are physical agents
Electrotherapy
Cryotherapy
Thermotherapy
128
Movements used to examine the amount of PROM in a joint to help assess injury?
Manipulation
Range of motion
Joint play
Mobilization

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Intro to Physical Therapy Final Review Quiz

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Questions 128

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1
Documentation can be written in any color of ink and the mistakes can be erased as needed?
True
False
2
Malpractice acts may involve which of the following?
Exercise injury
Burns due to defective equipment
Patient fall during gait training
All of the above would be considered malpractice
3
Which of the following are included on a pulmonary rehab team with PT?
Respiratory therapist (RT)
All of the above would be included
Pulmonologist
Occupational therapist (OT)
4
Which of the following would NOT be included in the subjective portion of a daily note?
The patient's own report of response to treatment
The patient's description of improvements
The treatment provided to the patient
The patient's complaint of pain
5
According to the APTA, a PTA can do all of the following EXCEPT?
Write a discharge plan
Modify selected interventions to progress a pt
Document patient progress
Perform selected interventions
6
What type of PPE should you wear during a treatment with a patient with a draining wound?
Gloves, gown,and face mask
Gloves
None
Gloves and gown
7
Negligence can be caused by failing to do what another competent therapist would do?
False
True
8
Patients MUST be informed that they are being treated by a student but have the right to refuse
False
True
9
Which of the following is NOT considered an intervention?
Manual Muscle Testing
Patient education
Modalities
Gait training
10
Which of the following is the act created to protect patient confidentiality of health records
The Privacy Act
The Privacy Rule
PHI
HIPAA
11
What is the only color that you can write with in a medical record?
Blue
Red
Green
Black
12
A PTA gets a request for records from an attorney. Before sending the copies, the PTA needs?
Written authorization from the patient's family
Written authorization from the patient's attorney
Written authorization from the patient
All of the above
13
A PTA may not document in the patient record. Only the PT can do this?
True
False
14
The prefix/suffix pathy means?
Pain
Inflammation
Disease
Below or less than normal
15
A patient has the right to examine his/her chart and other records?
False
True
16
Which of the following describes a disability according to the ADA?
Mental impairments that limit major life activities
Physical impairments that limit major life activities
Inability to see, hear, speak, walk or perform manual tasks
All of the above describe a type of disability per the ADA
17
When doing this type of ROM, the joint is moved by the PTA without any help from the patient?
Active assisted
None of the above
Active
Passive
18
Type of question asked to a patient directed at getting a specific fact about their pain?
Open ended
Leading
Proactive
Closed ended
19
Which of the following would not be included in the assessment section of a progress note?
Tests and Measures
The effects of interventions on the patient's problems
The patient's progress towards goals
The PTAs description of the patient's overall response
20
Eating a diet high in salty foods and alcohol can have what impact on the blood pressure?
Both A and B
Decrease
No effect
Increase
21
Which of the following CANNOT be delegated to a PTA?
Periodic re-evaluation with modification of the plan of care
None of the above can be delegated to a PTA
Plan of care (POC) development
Interpretation of MD referrals
22
All of the following are considered therapeutic interventions EXCEPT?
All of the above ARE therapeutic interventions
Therapeutic exercise
Patient education
Physical Agents/Modalities
23
This statement belongs in what section of the note? BP 140/90 and pulse 95 bpm
Assessment
Subjective
Plan
Objective
24
Who were the first physical therapists?
Reconstruction Aides
Physicians
Physiatrists
Nurses
25
Which of the following is an abnormal response to exercise?
HR increases more than 20-30 bpm above resting
Systolic BP increases more than 20-30 mm Hg
The patient is short of breath and cannot talk
All of the above
26
CAPTE regulates the certification and re-certification of clinical specialities?
True
False
27
You are working with a pt who is having trouble breathing. What should you assess?
Heart rate only
Heart rate and strength
Strength and skin assessment
Pulse oximetry and respiratory rate
28
Which of the following activities are considered instrumental activities of daily living,IADLs?
All of the above are considered IADLs
Housework
Grocery shopping
Meal prep
29
The degree of direction and supervision needed to provide services is dependent on all except?
Age of the PTA
The type of setting
Experience level of the PTA
Federal and state statutes
30
A judgement about the level of improvement expected in a patient is known as?
Outcome
Evaluation
Diagnosis
Prognosis
31
This statement belongs in what portion of the note? Pt reports numbness in the back of left leg
Assessment
Plan
Subjective
Objective
32
How much supervision is required for the PT tech?
Physical presence of the PT or the PTA
Continuous supervision throughout the performance of tasks
Both A and C are correct
Techs do not require supervision
33
What is the name of the theory that is commonly the foundation for interventions of pain?
The gate theory
The gate control theory
The closed gate theory
The gate modulator theory
34
The kinesthetic learner should do all of the following to help them learn EXCEPT?
Role play the case studies
Use illustrations and note taking during lectures
All of the following would work
Utilize a motion when learning such as counting on fingers
35
This statement belongs in what portion of the note: Pt needs frequent reminders for NWB status
Plan
Objective
Assessment
Subjective
36
Who can provide consent for treatment for a minor child?
Both B and C are correct
The child
Someone designated as the legal guardian
The parents of the child
37
Pain should be assessed when?
All of the above
After the treatment
Before treatment
During the treatment
38
Active range of motion (AROM) can improve a patient's joint range of motion?
True
False
39
Which of the following is not considered an impairment?
Muscle weakness
Muscle spasm
Edema
Brushing the hair
40
Who can supervise a PTA?
Chiropractor
All of the above
MD
PT
41
What type of diagnosis recognizes disease or illness through medical testing or procedures?
Rehab diagnosis
Medical diagnosis
PT therapeutic diagnosis
Prognosis
42
Which of the following is NOT a core value of the APTA?
Excellence
Altruism
Professional duty
PTA/PT Collaboration
43
Frequency is the number of repetitions of an exercise that you have a patient do?
True
False
44
Which of the following statements about systolic BP is correct?
Occurs when the ventricles of the heart contract
Is normally between 90 and 120 mm Hg
Both A and C are correct
Occurs when the ventricles of the heart relax
45
The licensure exam and related activities are responsibilities of what organization?
Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
American Physical Therapy Association
State licensing Agency
Occupational Safety and Health Admin
46
Girth, palpation, and volumetrics are techniques used to assess?
Inflammation
Swelling
Temperature
Strength
47
When the Balance Budget Act was introduced, what was the annual cap for Medicare pt?
$1,250
$1,000
$2,500
$1,500
48
In physical therapy we use the medical diagnosis to justify the need for our services?
False
True
49
Which of the following is considered the state level of the APTA?
Foundation
Section
Chapter
Assembly
50
According to the APTA statistics, most PTAs work in which type of setting?
PTAs are evenly distributed in all settings
Inpatient
Skilled nursing facilities (SNF)
Outpatient
51
What is the name of the organization that grants accreditation to PTA and PT schools?
NPTE
FSBPT
APTA
CAPTE
52
Which of the following is not a cardinal sign of inflammation?
Numbness
Erythema
Heat
Swelling
53
What is the normal respiration rate for an adult?
10-12 breaths per min
12-18 breaths per min
10-15 breaths per min
14-18 breaths per min
54
You instruct a pt to do quad sets after their knee surgery, what type of exercise is this?
Isotonic
Isokinetic
Isometric
Concentric
55
What type of research uses statistical data as part of the data that is collected an analyzed
Quantitative
Qualitative
Hypothetical
Randomized
56
Accountability, altruism, and integrity are all aspects of what APTA document?
The Guide for Conduct
The Standards of Practice
Professionalism:Core Values
The Code of Ethics
57
Which of the following is not considered a universal precaution recommendation?
Wash hands immediately after glove removal
Use of protective equipment as needed
All of the above are universal precaution recommendations
Maintain a clean work and patient area
58
Which type of documentation used by hospitals has a tab for each discipline to document?
Problem oriented med record (POMR)
Source Oriented Medical Record (SOMR)
SOAP
None of the above
59
Pain that is often sharp, relieved with rest, and aggravated with activity is usually?
Musculoskeletal
Systemic
Muscle tension
Myofascial
60
What is the name of the organization that develops and administers the national exam?
APTA
FSBPT
NPTE
CAPTE
61
This process results in the determination of a diagnosis, prognosis, and desired interventions?
Diagnosis
Assessment
Examination
Evaluation
62
A PTA shall report any conduct that appears to be unethical or illegal?
False
True
63
Informed consent can be obtained by the PT or PTA at any time throughout treatment?
True
False
64
This statement belongs in what section of the note: "Add gait training on uneven surfaces next"
Assessment
Objective
Plan
Subjective
65
Home exercise program (HEP) handouts must include all of the following except?
Position of exercises, repetitions, sets
Diagrams and pictures
PT/PTA name and phone number
Patient's home address and phone number
66
This act mandates access to free and appropriate public education to children with disability
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
None of the above
Americans with Disabilities Education Act
Children with Disabilities Education Act
67
All of the following are types of learning styles EXCEPT?
Visual
Motor
Auditory
Spatial
68
PTAs that are members of the APTA are also members of the PTA Caucus?
True
False
69
Non verbal communication includes all of the following EXCEPT?
Tone and volume of voice
Eye contact and gestures
Facial expression
All of the above are correct
70
The first time the PTA meets a patient, they should do all of the following EXCEPT?
Inform the patient about the treatment plan
Position himself/herself to greet the pt at eye level
Introduce himself/herself by title and name
Refer to the patient by his/her first name
71
Which of the following would not be included in the objective portion of the progress note?
Patient describes having numbness in his back and left leg
Patients strength on MMT for hamstrings on right was 4/5
Pt ambulates with crutches WBAT on R LE
Patient performs 3 reps of stretching exercises
72
When working with the PTA, the ultimate responsibility for the PT services belongs to the PT?
True
False
73
A patient's history may include all of the following except?
Mechanism of injury (MOI) and the symptoms of the illness
All of the above are a part of the patient's history
Personal info and a medical diagnosis
Manual muscle testing (MMT) and gait observation
74
Functional training in work, community, and leisure integration include which of the following
Grooming and home maintenance
Bathing, bed mobility, and transfers
Household chores and yark work
Work hardening and work conditioning
75
What was the name of the first physical therapy professional journal?
Physical Therapy Review
Physiotherapy Review
Physical Therapy
PT Review
76
What insurance would be appropriate for a middle aged man with no history of health issues?
None
Private health insurance
Medicare
Medicaid
77
If a patient with an infectious disease is treated, hands should be washed for how long?
2 minutes
90 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds
78
The prefix/suffix itis means?
Below or less than normal
Inflammation
Pain
Disease
79
A PTA is the only educated, licensed individual to provide physical therapist directed services
False
True
80
The prefix/suffix hypo means?
Pain
Disease
Inflammation
Below or less than normal
81
Bicep curls with a weight in the hand are considered to be what type of exercise?
Isometric
None of the above
Isokinetic
Isotonic
82
Which of the following is the most commonly used pain scale?
0 to 10
0 to 100
1 to 10
1 to 100
83
A visual learner can tape class lectures, take notes, teach others and use study groups?
True
False
84
The PTA asks the patient "what do you think"...which type of question is this?
Leading
Summary
Open ended
Closed ended
85
A PTA is taking vitals during minimal exc with a pt. Which would cause the PTA to STOP?
A systolic BP of 120
A rise in diastolic pressure of 5 mm Hg
A rise in diastolic BP of 90
A rise in systolic pressure of greater than 40 mm Hg
86
Geriatric physical therapy goals should be focused on maximizing strength and ROM?
True
False
87
Passive range of motion (PROM) exercises can increase strength?
False
True
88
Which of the following best describes how the home exercise program should be written?
In conversational style
All of the above are correct
At a fifth grade level
In a logical manner
89
Tests selected by a PT to provide additional information about a condition is part of the exam?
False
True
90
Which of the following ethical principles states do what is best for the pt above all else?
Veracity
Non-maleficence
Beneficence
Justice
91
A skilled technique and activity used to produce changes in a condition is known as what?
Examination
Outcome
Prognosis
Intervention
92
A prosthetic is an ext. device applied to the body parts to provide support and stabilization?
False
True
93
The prefix/suffix algia means?
Pain
Below or less than normal
Disease
Inflammation
94
PTA notes can be co-signed by the PT or another PTA?
True
False
95
Per APTA policy, all PTAs should be licensed or otherwise regulated in all states?
True
False
96
A patient is able to put 25-50% of their weight on their leg. What weight bear status is this?
Full weight bearing (FWB)
Partial weight bearing (PWB)
Weight bearing as tolerated (WBAT)
Non weight bearing (NWB)
97
Orthostatic hypotension refers to a drop in what?
Heart rate
Pulse oximetry
Blood Pressure
Respiratory rate
98
Which of the following would NOT be included in the plan of care in the initial eval?
Short term and long term goals
Patient's mobility at home and in the community
Treatment strategies and rehab potential
All of the above would be included in POC
99
In Ohio, a PTA can work under the direct supervision of an OT if the PT is not available?
False
True
100
Which of the following ethical principles states do no harm to the patient?
Justice
Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
Veracity
101
In the state of Ohio, PTAs must be directly supervised by a PT at ALL times?
True
False
102
Which agency below has a broad authority over physical therapy practice?
Occupational Safety and Health Admin
Workers Compensation
A and B
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
103
What assembly gave the PTAs a formal voice in the APTA?
Affiliates assembly
Active assembly
Association assembly
Assistant assembly
104
Which of the following would be a normal inflammatory rxn for a post operative knee patient?
Severe increase in temp of both knees
Fever
Moderate heat on the post op knee, none on other
Warmth around the surgical site and mild swelling
105
Which setting provides rehab, social, and vocational services to patients who have a disability
Rehab hospitals
Primary care
Subacute care
Hospice care
106
White lab coats and medical scrubs are considered personal protective equipment?
False
True
107
What is considered to be a normal heart rate for adults?
70 beats per minute
60 to 100 beats per minute
120 beats per minute
Both A and B are correct
108
Physical therapy documentation is necessary for which of the following?
All of the above
Quality assurance, research, and education
Continuity of care
Reimbursement of services
109
The numerical rating system (NRS) is a 10 cm unmarked horizontal line used for pain description
False
True
110
All of the following are considered basic activities of daily living (BADLs) EXCEPT?
Dressing
Transfers
Bathing
Housework
111
Which of the following documents provides a clear picture of the behaviors expected of a PTA?
The guide for conduct in the PTA
The standards of practice
The state practice act
The code of ethics
112
How many chapters are there in the APTA?
51
52
50
53
113
The analytic learner prefers to learn by recognizing sequences of symbols or objects?
False
True
114
Hippocrates was the first to use electrical stim. through the application of torpedo fish?
True
False
115
Awareness/acceptance of a patient's racial characteristics, beliefs, economic status are called
Cultural diversity
Cultural knowledge
Cultural competence
Cultural bias
116
The div. of special hospitals and reconstruction used whirlpools, massage, mechanotherapy, etc?
False
True
117
Which of the following insurance providers would cover a widow 50 years old and on disability
None
Medicaid
Private health insurer
Medicare
118
In 1988, direct access was legal in how many states?
None
20
25
15
119
Case studies and case reports are examples of what type of research?
Experimental
Quasi Experimental
True Experimental
Non Experimental
120
Who was the first president of the APTA?
Emma Vogel
Marilyn Moffett
Aristotle
Mary McMillan
121
Type of strength exc when the tension in a muscle develops through conc/eccentric contractions?
Isotonic
Isokinetic
Concentric
Isometric
122
Bradycardia is defined as ?
Heart rate less than 60 bpm
None of the above
Heart rate more than 100 bpm
Heart rate more than 60 bpm
123
What type of variable in a research study is the one that is manipulated or controlled?
Independent
Dependent
Hypothetical
Experimental
124
In WV what level of supervision is required for a PTA to work in a hospital?
General
Direct
On site
None of the above
125
Tachycardia is defined as ?
Pulse rate greater than 100
Pulse rate less than 100
Low Blood pressure
High blood pressure
126
When rating pitting edema, the PTA notes a depression lasting 20 sec to rebound. What is this?
1+
3+
4+
2+
127
All of the following are types of physical agents EXCEPT?
All of the above are physical agents
Electrotherapy
Cryotherapy
Thermotherapy
128
Movements used to examine the amount of PROM in a joint to help assess injury?
Manipulation
Range of motion
Joint play
Mobilization