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Irene Gold PT Boards Questions and Answers, Exams of Advanced Education

A series of questions and answers related to various topics in physical therapy, including shoulder evaluation, electrical stimulation, cryotherapy, massage techniques, laser therapy, biomechanics, and exercise rehabilitation. The questions cover a wide range of subjects, such as the appropriate use of modalities, the activation of specific muscle groups, the management of various musculoskeletal conditions, and the selection of appropriate exercises for different stages of rehabilitation. The answers provide insights into the underlying principles and best practices in physical therapy, making this document a valuable resource for students, clinicians, and healthcare professionals interested in expanding their knowledge and improving their clinical decision-making skills.

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Download Irene Gold PT Boards Questions and Answers and more Exams Advanced Education in PDF only on Docsity! Irene Gold PT Boards Questions and Answers When evaluating a shoulder, the ratio of the glenohumeral movement to scapular movement should be: - Answer- 2:1 How do you determine the max HR for aerobic activity in a pt - Answer- Resting HR Which type of exercises is best to use when rehabbing a disc - Answer- McKenzie Which muscle exercise will stimulate the multifidus, strengthen the obliques & strengthen rectus abdominals - Answer- Core exercises 55 yo male leaned over & had immediate pain in his low back extending into his right lateral foot. Bechterew's was positive. What is the initial treatment: - Answer- 1. Cryotherapy 2. Traction 3. McKenzie exercises 55 yo male leaned over & had immediate pain in his low back extending into his right lateral foot. Bechterew's was positive. What is the best exercise program in the subacute phase: - Answer- 1. Water resistance 2. Walking 3. Extension exercises 55 yo male leaned over & had immediate pain in his low back extending into his right lateral foot. Bechterew's was positive. What is the best exercises for rehab - Answer- 1. Stretch abdominals 2. Stretch psoas 3. Stretch glutes A 15 yo boy has pain below the knee & it is worse w/walking up & down stairs. THe physical exam revealed a problem at the tibial tuberosity. All orthos were negative on the knee. What is the case management - Answer- 1. Chopat strap 2. Cryotherapy 3. Limit activity A 15 yo boy has pain below the knee & it is worse w/walking up & down stairs. THe physical exam revealed a problem at the tibial tuberosity. All orthos were negative on the knee. What is the proper way to handle this in the subacute phase - Answer- 1. Stationary bike 2. Swim exercises 3. Stretch quads A 15 yo boy has pain below the knee & it is worse w/walking up & down stairs. THe physical exam revealed a problem at the tibial tuberosity. All orthos were negative on the knee. Once the pt is out of pain, which muscles should be rehabbed - Answer- 1. Stretch hamstrings 2. Strengthen rectus femoris 3. Stretch rectus femoris The pt presents w/post pelvic tilt, which of th efollowing should be facilitated - Answer- Quads Which of the following muscles should be exercised in a mother following the birth of her baby - Answer- Pelvic floor Which of the following muscles should be stretched to rehab pts w/TOS - Answer- Pec minor Pt is in the standing position w/hands over head & palms to sky. Which muscles are being stretched - Answer- Lat dorsi Which of the following muscles should be strengthening to correct anterior head carriage - Answer- Deep neck flexors Which is a closed chain exercise - Answer- Push ups Which is the best exercise to correct upper cross syndrome - Answer- Seated rows Which type of exercise is weight lifting A. Isometric B. Isotonic C. Isokinetic - Answer- B. Isotonic (eccentric & concentric together) Which type of exercise is done at a constant speed & different weights A. Isometric B. Isotonic C. Isokinetic - Answer- C. Isokinetic Which of the following exercises is considered to be eccentric w/the pt supine - Answer- The therapist raises the pt's leg & the pt brings it down Which is used to determine proprioceptive ability - Answer- Pt stands on a foam pad Which is a contraindication to the use of ultrasound - Answer- Myeloma Modulation of electrical current helps prevent ____ of muscle tissue A. Adaptation B. Fatigue C. Recruitment D. Excitation - Answer- A. Adaptation Which type of electrotherapy is most likely to slow atrophy of a denervated muscle A. TENS B. Microcurrent C. Interferential D. Low voltage Galvanic - Answer- D. Low voltage galvanic In general, the smaller the electrode, the _____ A. Stronger the motor response B. Weaker the current C. Stronger the stimulus D. Weaker the nociceptive response - Answer- C. Stronger the stimulus Which of these is most appropriately treated w/high voltage pulsed stimulation A. UMNL B. Edema C. Fungal infection D. Thrombophlebitis - Answer- B. Edema Which type of massage is used for the treatment of adhesive capsulitis A. Effleurage B. Tapotement C. Transverse friction D. Petrissage - Answer- C. Transverse friction A contraindication for continuous traction is A. IVF encroachment B. Osteoporosis C. Scoliosis D. Spondylolisthesis - Answer- B. Osteoporosis Which type of massage is most likely to provide muscle relaxation, pain reduction, & improved blood flow to musculature A. Effluerage B. Friction massage C. Tapotement D. Roulement - Answer- C. Tapotement A cane should be used in the hand contralateral to the affected hip in order to: A. Aid in extension of affected leg B. Reduce abduction of the affected side C. Reduce abduction force of the unaffected side D. Prevent posterior lurch - Answer- B. Reduce abduction force of the affected side Which class laser device poses the greatest hazard for eye & skin damage w/inappropriate use A. II B. IIIA C. IIIb D. IV - Answer- D. IV Which of these is not a physiological effect of cold lasers A. Muscle contraction B. Vasodilation C. Increased macrophage activity D. Increased collagen production - Answer- A. Muscle contraction Which of the se muscles controls lateral pelvic tilt during the swinging of the opposite leg A. Glut max B. Piriformis C. Quads D. Hamstrings - Answer- A. Glute max A posterior lurch of the trunk to initiate the swing phase is due to weakness of the hip _____ A. Adductors B. Abductors C. Flexors D. Extensors - Answer- C. Flexors Scapular winging is the result of a/an ______ A. Weak serratus ant B. Overactive rhomboid C. Overactive trap D. Weak lat dorsi - Answer- A. Weak serratus ant Which muscles are hypertonic when the pt is placed in the modified Thomas position & the hip remains in 15 deg of flex w/the knee only 70 deg A. Glut max and rectus femoris B. Glut max & biceps femoris C. Iliopsoas & rectus femoris D. Iliopsoas & biceps femoris - Answer- C. Iliopsoas & rectus femoris An exercise program designed to increase muscle endurance includes _____ repitition w/ _______ resistance A. Low; low to moderate B. Low; high C. High; low to moderate D. High; high - Answer- C. High; low to moderate The phosphagen system provides ATP for _______ activities: A. Short term low intensity B. Short term high intensity C. Long term low intensity D. Long term high intensity - Answer- B. Short term high intensity A major catabolic effect of cortisol is converting amino acids to: A. Lipids B. Carbs C. Fat D. Protein - Answer- A. Lipids What is the primary source of energy utilized during aerobic endurance exercise A. Protein B. Glucose C. Lipid D. Glycogen - Answer- C. Lipid Endurance training & performance is improved when following a diet high in: A. Omega 3s B. Carbs C. Calories D. Proteins - Answer- B. Carbs Which of these factors contributes to improvements in athletic performance & aerobic power from overload training specific muscle groups A. Decrease in overall mito concentration B. Increased microcirculation C. Accumulation of blood lactate D. Using a generalized, sub-maximal training regimen - Answer- B. Increased microcirculation Eccentric muscle contractions require the muscle to: A. Contract w/o resitance B. Lengthen against resistance C. Shorten against resistance D. Contract w/resistance - Answer- B. Lengthen against resistance In which circumstance would plyometric training be the most benefit A. Training a pro football player B. Increasing balance of a geriatric pt C. Following hip replacement surgery D. MWD E. Hydrocollator packs F. Continuous US G. IR lamp H. UV lamp - Answer- A. Cryotherapy B. High voltage pulsed stim C. Interferential current 40 yo man w/lat elbow pain; 4/10 while playing tennis & using screw driver. Which of these are the most appropriate recs during the acute phase A. Stretching wrist into flexion B. Stretching wrist into extension C. Eliminating pronation - supination activities D. Eliminiating supination - pronation activities E. Using cock-up splint F. Using counter-force brace during rest G. Beginning plyometric exercises H. Using a sling for two weeks - Answer- A. Stretching the wrist into flexion F. Using counter-force brace during rest H. Using a sling for two weeks 40 yo man w/lat elbow pain; 4/10 while playing tennis & using screw driver. Following resolution of the symptoms, which of these activities are most likely to benefit this patient A. Wrist curls w/palms down B. Wrist curls w/palms up C. Push up w/plus D. Splint elbow in max flex E. Biceps curls w/supination F. High-velocity exercises G. Codman exercises H. Resisted seated rowing - Answer- A. Wrist curls w/palms down C. Push up w/plus E. Biceps curls w/supination Knee extension against resistance on a seated pulley machine is an example of what type of exercise A. Isometric B. Isokinetic C. Closed-chain kinetic D. Open-chain kinetic - Answer- D. Open-chain kinetic Which of these is not an appropriate exercise for lumbar facet syndrome A. Ab curls B. Knees to chest C. Ball superman D. Supine planks - Answer- C. Ball superman Which of these is an absolute contraindication to cervical traction A. Chronic myofascitis B. Vertebral artery syndrome C. Acute muscle spasm D. Ankylosing spondylitis - Answer- B. Vertebral artery syndrome What modality can produce therapeutic thermal, chemical & mechanical actions A. MWD B. Galvanism C. US D. Fluidotherapy - Answer- C. US Which of these is safe to use over a joint w/a metallic implant A. High voltage therapy B. Continuous US C. MWD D. SWD - Answer- A. High-voltage therapy Denervated muscle is most effectively stimulated by which of these currents A. Square wave alternating B. Low-voltage direct C. Indirect biphasic pulsed D. Interferential - Answer- B. Low-voltage direct Which exercise should be avoided during rehab of the supraspinatus in order to prevent impingement of suprahumeral tissues A. Full can B. Empty can C. Ball squeezing D. Forward punching - Answer- B. Empty can Treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome should include which of these A. Resisted wrist extension B. Military press C. Median nerve glides D. Pendulum exercises - Answer- C. Median nerve glides Which of these is most appropriate for stretching the iliopsoas & rectus femoris A. Forward lunge B. Sitting toe touch C. Knee to chest D. Post pelvic tilt - Answer- A. Forward lunge