T or F: Based on the diagnostic algorithm by Laslett et al., when the thigh thrust test and distraction test are positive, a clinician can begin to rule-in SIJ dysfunction. 

A physical therapist is performing the Active Straight Leg Raise test with a patient with complaints of lumbopelvic region pain.  The patient reports pain when attempting to lift the right leg off of the plinth, with a subsequent reduction of pain during the leg raise when the therapist applies a compression force through the pelvis.  Which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation and matched intervention?

A physical therapist is evaluating a patient with complaints of low back pain.  Which of the following findings would most likely lead the therapist to consider the sacroiliac joint as a region of pathology and/or dysfunction?  

A physical therapist is working with a patient with a diagnosis of sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction.  The therapist has determined that the likely cause of the symptoms is related to the patient demonstrating excessive muscle activity during trunk movements and functional activities.  Which of the following is the MOST appropriate intervention approach?

T or F: For the Fortin Finger Test, the patient completes a pain body diagram and is then instructed to point to the region of pain using one finger.  A positive test has three criteria: 1) the patient can localize the pain with one finger, 2) the area pointed to is within 1 cm of the PSIS, and 3) the patient consistently points to the same area over at least 2 trials. 

A physical therapist is evaluating a patient with complaints of low back and sacroiliac joint pain.  The therapist suspects ankylosing spondylitis may be a plausible differential diagnosis.  Which of the following screening questions are most appropriate to include in the subjective examination?  

Directions: Choose the best answer. Each question is worth 1 point. What is the partition that separates the right and left atria?

63. When evaluating a patient with acute headache, all of the following observations would indicate the absence of a more serious underlying condition except:  

73. A 70-year-old man with carotid bruit and a history of TIA presents to the clinic. Which lifestyle modification should be prioritized for secondary stroke prevention?

Directions: Choose the best answer. Each question is worth 1 point. What is the name of the valve located in the right ventricle at the base of the pulmonary trunk?