Black History Month
What year was black history month established?
1976 - although it originally began as a weeklong celebration in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson
February lol
In which city is the APTA headquarters located?
Alexandria, Virginia
In the abbreviation "XO," what do "X" and "O" stand for?
The "X" stands for kisses, and the "O" stands for hugs
he heel raise exercise (rising up on the toes) is an example of this type of lever.
A. First-class lever
B. Second-class lever
C. Third-class lever
D. Fourth-class lever
B: A second-class lever has the fulcrum at one end, the effort (which is always less than the load) on the opposite end, and the load in the middle.
Who was the first African American woman to be appointed to the supreme court?
Ketanji Brown Jackson
Name one risk factor for heart disease.
An annual student membership for the APTA costs how much?
A. $8
B. $80
C. $180
D. $280
B. $80
How many heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are sold each year?
A. 16 million
B. 26 million
C. 36 million
D. 46 million
C. 36 million
Your patient has a positive Wartenberg sign, paresthesias along the medial hand and finger, and weakness with gripping objects. Which peripheral nerve is most likely involved?
A. Ulnar nerve
B. Median nerve
C. Radial nerve
D. Anterior interosseous nerve
A. Wartenberg’s sign, the involuntary abduction of the fifth finger, is indicative of an injury to the ulnar nerve.
What is the meaning behind Juneteenth, a holiday celebrated every June 19th?
Commemorates the emancipation of black slaves in the United States
Stage 1 of hypertension will present with systolic/diastolic blood pressure readings of:
A. <120 /<80 mmHg
B. 120-129 /<80 mmHg
C. 130-139 /80-89 mmHg
D. ≥140 ≥90 mmHg
C. 130-139 /80-89 mmHg
APTA is holding an event this week called ____ in San Diego California. There will be a variety of presentations throughout the week on new PT research, networking events, the prestigious Mary McMillan Lecture, the APTA Specialty and Proficiency Ceremony, and more.
Combined Sections Meeting
Which fruit was once known as the "love apple"?
A. Apple
B. Beet
C. Tomato
D. Strawberry
C. Tomato
A 65-year-old man is evaluated by a physical therapist following a diagnosis of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). During the examination the patient demonstrates ataxic movements during reaching and gait activities. Which region of the brain was most likely affected by the CVA?
A. Brainstem
B. Cerebellum
C. Frontal lobe
D. Parietal lobe
The answer is B. The cerebellum has a major role in the coordination of voluntary movement. Damage to the cerebellum often results in ataxia.
Who was the first African American to play major league baseball?
Jackie Robinson in 1947
Cardiac rehab focuses on the ___ whereas physical therapy focuses on _____.
While cardiac rehabilitation is focused on heart failure, physical therapy is focused on muscles, tendons, bones, and ligaments.
Name one benefit of becoming a member of the APTA.
- Access to full research articles
- CEU's
- Discounts - Save on APTA products, services, and events.
- Advocacy - receive and respond to action alerts to support APTA's public policy priorities
- Newsletter - Stay up to date with our weekly email newsletters and catch up on what you missed with our special Friday Focus newsletters
The song "I Will Always Love You" was famously covered by Whitney Houston. Who originally wrote and recorded the song?
Dolly Parton
Habituation exercises are a component of vestibular rehabilitation. The premise behind these exercises is to:
A. Avoid head movement until the symptoms are alleviated.
B. Perform rapid and repeated head motions to induce severe symptoms until the symptoms are alleviated.
C. Gradually perform head and body movements that induce mild to moderate symptoms until the symptoms are alleviated.
D. Take vestibular suppressants to desensitize the nervous system over time until the symptoms are alleviated.
The answer is B. Habituation exercises involve repeated, gradual, and graded performance of exercises or activities that induce dizziness, with the goal of getting the nervous system accustomed to the stimuli without symptom provocation.
This prominent board-certified clinical specialist in oncologic physical therapy gave a lecture talk for the Student SIG in 2022 about Social Consciousness. She is also the founder of the Ujima Institute, an organization that focuses on improving the wellness of underserved communities. Her name is:
Lisa Van Hoose
Name one condition/diagnosis that qualifies someone to receive cardiac rehabiliation.
The APTA was founded in what year?
A. 1821
B. 1921
C. 1999
D. 2024
1921
How many people buy gifts for their pets on Valentine's Day?
A. 18%
B. 28%
C. 38%
D. 48%
A therapist inspects the skin of a patient who was referred for low back pain. The therapist notes yellowish and whitish crust on the scalp, face, sides of nose, and ears. The therapist also notes that these areas appear oily. The appropriate diagnosis for the condition is:
A. Contact dermatitis
B. Psoriasis
C. Seborrheic dermatitis
D. Eczema
The answer is C. Seborrheic dermatitis refers to yellowish and whitish flaky crust affecting the oily areas of the body such as the scalp, nose, ears, or face.