In a closed cycle heat engine a fixed quantity of gas goes through the following cycle (P,V = (132 kPa, 310 cm3)

A patient was recently diagnosed with moderate COPD based on the results of their Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1). Compared to a normal predicted value for this test, the patient’s result would be expected to be:

A patient is asked to stand with their feet together and hands at their side. Upon closing their eyes, they lose their balance and begin to fall. This is known as a positive:

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?