A PTA is employed in outpatient clinic and is scheduled to work with a child with cerebral palsy this afternoon.  The PTA has limited experience with patients who have cerebral palsy and is concerned about his ability to provide quality treatment.  What is the most appropriate action by the PTA?

A PTA is employed in outpatient clinic and is scheduled to work with a child with cerebral palsy this afternoon.  The PTA has limited experience with patients who have cerebral palsy and is concerned about his ability to provide quality treatment.  What is the most appropriate action by the PTA?

A PTA is working with a patient to strengthen abdominal muscles.  The patient is unable to complete a curl-up with the arms across the chest.  What is the most appropriate modification of the exercise for this patient?

A patient who recently underwent a total hip replacement was observed to be “limping” while walking through the clinic. The PTA quickly identifies the patient to have a weakness in the prime abductor muscle for the hip. Which muscle should the PTA target for palpation and muscle testing? 

Which is NOT true about the cell theory?

Technique is important when measuring a workpiece. Appropriate technique involves rocking the spring caliber back and forth over center .

A PTA is working with a patient in cardiac rehab following a myocardial infarction.  During exercise, the PTA monitors oxygen saturation readings.   Which of these is most reflective of “normal” oxygen saturation?

The metabolic pathway at right involves how many possible chemical reactions?  

In the above graph, which line best depicts an obligate anaerobe in the presence of O2?

Only plant cells have a cell wall.