MSK
The gluteus medius is innervated by what nerve?
Superior gluteal nerve
What is a hallmark sign of Parkinson's Disease?
Resting tremor/Rigidity
A respiratory rate range of what is considered normal range?
12-20
A patient with a history of diabetes mellitus presents with a deep wound on the foot that is not healing. What is the most likely reason for the delayed wound healing?
Elevated blood sugar levels affecting collagen synthesis
A physical therapist is working with a patient post-total knee replacement. The therapist prescribes an exercise to improve knee flexion range of motion, where the patient actively moves the knee while seated and uses a towel to assist in further flexion. Which of the following best describes this exercise technique?
Active Assistive Exercise
To diagnose DeQuarvain's Syndrome, Finkelstein's test is performed (actively/passively) and Eichoff's test is performed (actively/passively)?
1. Passively
2. Actively
Which of the following conditions is commonly associated with the onset of demyelination in the central nervous system?
Multiple Sclerosis
A blood pressure of 152/94. What blood pressure category do they fall in?
Hypertension Stage 2
What medication is most commonly prescribed for the management of hypertension in a patient with chronic kidney disease?
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
A patient with a below-the-knee amputation is using a prosthesis with a patellar-tendon-bearing (PTB) socket. The patient complains of excessive pressure at the distal end of the residual limb. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the discomfort?
A) Incorrect alignment of the prosthetic foot
B) Poor fitting of the prosthetic liner
C) Inadequate suspension of the socket
D) Excessive socket flexion
B. Poor fitting of prosthetic liner
A 45-year-old patient presents with a sudden onset of pain and swelling in the knee after a twisting injury. Which of the following tests would be most appropriate to confirm this diagnosis?
McMurray's Test
What is a characteristic symptom of Huntington's disease?
Chorea and psychiatric disturbances
Mitral Regurgitation causes blood to accumulate in which cardiac chamber?
Left Atrium
A patient with a spinal cord injury at the T6 level presents with a sudden onset of severe headache, increased blood pressure, and sweating above the level of injury. The patient is also experiencing blurred vision and anxiety. What is the most likely cause of these symptoms?
Autonomic dysreflexia
During the stance phase of gait, a patient exhibits excessive hip flexion and knee flexion. What might this gait pattern suggest?
A) Weak quadriceps
B) Tight hip flexors
C) Weak gluteus medius
D) Heel pain
A. Weak quadriceps
Patient presents to a hospital following an ACL surgery. According to Well's Criteria for DVT, what is considered moderate risk?
A score of 1-2 points
A patient presents with unilateral weakness, a "clumsy" hand, and difficulty with fine motor control. The physical therapist suspects a lesion in which part of the nervous system?
Cerebellum
What condition is characterized by inflammation of the pericardium, resulting in chest pain and a friction rub heard on auscultation?
Pericarditis
A patient with diabetes mellitus has been non-compliant with his insulin regimen. He presents with confusion, tremors, sweating, and a blood glucose level of 48 mg/dL. What is the most appropriate immediate intervention?
A) Administer a dose of insulin
B) Provide an intravenous infusion of normal saline
C) Give an oral dose of glucose or a glucose-containing drink
D) Initiate glucagon therapy
C. Give an oral dose of glucose or a glucose-containing drink
A patient demonstrates poor dynamic balance when attempting to reach forward while standing on one leg. What system is most involved in maintaining dynamic balance during this task?
Vestibular system
Describe what a Schmorl's Node is and its clinical significance.
Schmorl's nodes are herniations of the intervertebral discs that push on the adjacent vertebrae. Can cause compression of the nerves surrounding the area.
A patient has a lesion to their right optic radiations. They report having vision loss in the upper left quadrants of both eyes. What is this condition?
Right homonymous superior quadrantanopia
A patient with heart failure presents with shortness of breath, fatigue, and edema in the lower extremities. Which of the following best describes the type of heart failure this patient is experiencing?
left heart failure
A 50-year-old female with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) presents with decreased vision, redness in both eyes, and pain upon movement. What is the most likely cause of her eye symptoms?
Uveitis
A physical therapist is assessing the posture of a patient who has forward head posture and rounded shoulders. Which of the following muscles is most likely shortened and tight in this postural pattern?
A) Upper trapezius
B) Lower trapezius
C) Pectoralis major
D) Rhomboid major
C. Pec major