A patient that has suffered a L. CVA with R. Hemiplegia has general muscle strength in their R. LE of 4/5 and in their R. UE of 1/5 while L. extremities are WNL’s. The patient is able to stand with SBA x 1 in static standing and dynamic weight shifting. Based on this information, the MOST appropriate assistive device to initiate gait training would be:

A patient that is status-post total knee arthroplasty is taking an opioid prescription for their pain. Patients taking this type of medication would MOST likely complain of:

When observing a patient ambulating, a therapist notes that the patient’s gait has the following characteristics: narrow base of support, short step length bilaterally, decreased trunk rotation, and decreased arm swing. This gait pattern is often observed in patients with a diagnosis of:

While performing manual muscle testing (MMT), a Physical Therapist Assistant has determined the test needs to be completed with gravity eliminated. What is the BEST possible grade the patient can achieve?

A Physical Therapist Assistant is working with a patient who sustained a knee sprain. Which of the following muscle group strengthening interventions would be of MOST benefit in the early stages of treatment to prevent excessive posterior tibial translation?

A patient with a C7 spinal cord injury is receiving physical therapy interventions while supine on a treatment table.  They begin to complain of a pounding headache and blurred vision while exhibiting diaphoresis, piloerection, nasal congestion, and increased anxiety. The most immediate action should be to:

Which of the following instructions would be MOST helpful when teaching diaphragmatic breathing exercises for a patient with COPD?

A Physical Therapist Assistant is educating a patient on the rationale for manual therapy in their plan of care. Which of the following is the BEST explanation when describing the physiologic effects of massage?

A patient requires strengthening of their right hip abductors. Which of the following interventions would BEST accomplish this in a closed chain position?

A Physical Therapist Assistant is performing PROM exercises on a patient that is unresponsive in the Intensive Care Unit. Which of the following would be most appropriate to educate the family on the rationale for the benefits of this treatment?