During the integumentary assessment, the therapist notes that the skin is cool to the touch, shiny, and hairless with diminished dorsalis pedis pulse. The therapist also observes a small ulcer on the distal lateral ankle.  Which additional finding would MOST likely be present?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects.

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease demonstrates pursed-lip breathing during exercise. What is the PRIMARY purpose of this breathing technique?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects.

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient presents with numbness in the 4th and 5th fingers and weakness of finger abduction. The patient is a cyclist who reports the symptoms are worse after long cycling training sessions. Which additional muscle is MOST likely to demonstrate weakness?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects.

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

Good luck on test day! Here are some tips to help you perform at your best on the NPTE!

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects.

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient’s serratus anterior strength is measured to be 4-/5.  When creating an intervention plan, which of the following activities will be best to implement FIRST?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. 

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient with acute low back pain and signs of nerve root compression is being evaluated for lumbar traction. The patient's recent MRI shows a medial lumbar disc protrusion. Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate for the therapist to perform next?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A 28-year-old male patient presents with acute right knee and heel pain two weeks after a gastrointestinal illness. Which of the following findings will MOST strongly support a diagnosis of reactive arthritis?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient presents with bilateral, symmetrical leg enlargement that is painful to palpation, shows easy bruising, and spares the feet. Stemmer sign is negative. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient with an indwelling Foley catheter reports new lower‑abdominal discomfort during gait training. The therapist observes the collection bag positioned at the level of the umbilicus. Which of the following actions would be MOST appropriate for the clinician to perform first?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient reports constant right‑sided upper abdominal pain that began shortly after eating a high‑fat meal. The pain radiates to the right shoulder and is accompanied by nausea. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

A patient with metabolic disease develops progressive shoulder pain with loss of motion, proximal thigh weakness, and has a history of low‑trauma fractures. The physical exam shows periarticular tenderness and visible muscle atrophy. The patient also reports the muscular weakness is worsened at the end of each day. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present?

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects. #Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy