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A Physical Therapist Assistant is working with a patient that exhibits chronic lymphedema in their right upper extremity and is utilizing intermittent sequential pneumatic pump compression. Which of the following pre and post measures indicate that the patient is exhibiting an appropriate objective response to treatment?

A Physical Therapist Assistant is working with a patient that is status-post R. RC repair x 1 week. The therapist is able to passively range the affected shoulder to 180 degrees abduction with an empty end-feel. Which of the following actions would be BEST for the PTA to take based on this finding?

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:

A 30 y.o. patient is unable to elevate their right scapula after a work related injury 2 weeks ago. Which of the following nerves would MOST likely be involved?

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?

During gait training with a patient, a Physical Therapist Assistant is instructing a pattern of right crutch, left foot, left crutch, right foot. Which of the following crutch pattern is being instructed?

A Physical Therapist Assistant is working with a 75 y.o. patient who is two weeks post Myocardial Infarction. Baseline vital signs are measured as follows: BP 120/72, HR 72 bpm, RR 14. After initiating exercise on the Nu Step for a few minutes, the patients RPE is 6 out of 20, BP 132/70, HR 80 bpm, and RR 20. How should the therapist proceed?

A nurse educator is reviewing the indications for a chest tube and drainage system with a group of medical nurses. What indications should the nurses identify? (Select all that apply)

The nurse is caring for a client with advanced cirrhosis.  Which of the following manifestations would be expected?