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Orthotic Fitter Certification Exam, American Board for
Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics
(ABC)||Verified Exam!!!||, 2026/2027 -Question Study
Guide with Verified Answers||Newest Exam!!
Multiple sclerosis initially affects which of the following
systems?
Nervous, Muscular, Circulatory, or Respiratory - Answer-
nervous
Which of the following complications is MOST likely to
occur following a radical mastectomy?
Prolapse, Lymphedema, Incisional hernia, or Frozen
shouder - Answer-lymphedema
While attending a wound care clinic, a COF meets a
physician whose aunt is pt of the fitter. They physician
asks about her aunt's condition. Which of the following is
the fitter's MOST appropriate response?
Show the physician her aunt's file. Answer the physician's
inquiry in vague terms. Suggest moving the discussion to
a private location. Recommend the physician contact her
aunt directly. - Answer-recommend they physician contact
her aunt directly
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Chondromalacia patella is BEST treated w/ which of the
following orthoses?
Knee sleeve w/ lateral J. Knee sleeve w/ popliteal cutout.
Single-upright brace. Double-upright brace? - Answer-
knee sleeve w/ lateral J
The correct fitting of a rigid cervical collar should place the
cervical spine in which of the following positions?
Hyperextension. Extension. Neutral. Flexion. - Answer-
Neutral
A patient had a modified radical mastectomy followed by
radiation & chemo. Broken blood vessels are apparent on
her chest wall & she c/o of some discomfort w/ pressure
on the radiated area. Which of the following prostheses
would be appropriate for her fitting?
1. Concave-back silicone form. 2. Adhesive silicone form.
3. Custom-molded adhesive silicone form. 4. Gel back
silicone form.
A. 1&2. B. 1&4. C. 2&3. D. 3&4. - Answer-B. 1 & 4 only
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After fitting a pt w/ neoprene knee orthosis w/ spiral stays,
a COF should instruct the pt to return for which of the
following reasons?
1. Skin rash/irritation. 2. Excessive pressure at hinges. 3.
Numbness in foot. 4. Orthosis migration.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3.4. - Answer-C. 1, 3 & 4
only.
Which of the following patients is likely to be helped by a
lumbosacral corset?
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain
2. a thin person w/ sciatica
3. an obese person w/ sciatica
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - Answer-A.
An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx that reads "TEDS
BK". A certified orthotic fitter should:
Call the pt's physician for clarification. Measure the pt's
ankle, calf & foot length. Measure the pt's ankle, thigh, &
leg length. Fit the pt for a below knee anti-embolism
stocking. - Answer-Fit the pt for a below the knee-anti-
embolism stocking
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Which of the following is an element of a quality assurance
system to evaluate pt care?
Thank you letter. HIPAA Privacy Notice. Proof of delivery.
Satisfaction survey. - Answer-satisfaction survery
For severely dropped internal organs, the ptosis pad
should be placed at the:
Proximal margin of the umbilicus. Proximal costal margin
to the ribs. Inferior margin of the ASIS. Inferior margin of
the abdomen. - Answer-inferior margin of the abdomen
When fitting a patient, a COF should:
1. Take the pt into a private room. 2. Alter the Rx for pt
comfort. 3. Introduce himself by name to the pt. 4. Clarify
any Rx that appears unclear.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - Answer-C. 1, 3 & 4
only
A 27 y/o female pt to be fitted w/ a breast prosthesis is
very emotional at the time of her fitting. The COF should:
Call the physician & explain the situation. Suggest the pt
return when she is ready. Face the pt away from the mirror
Orthotic Fitter Certification Exam, American Board for
Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics
(ABC)||Verified Exam!!!||, 2026/2027 -Question Study
Guide with Verified Answers||Newest Exam!!
Multiple sclerosis initially affects which of the following
systems?
Nervous, Muscular, Circulatory, or Respiratory - Answer-
nervous
Which of the following complications is MOST likely to
occur following a radical mastectomy?
Prolapse, Lymphedema, Incisional hernia, or Frozen
shouder - Answer-lymphedema
While attending a wound care clinic, a COF meets a
physician whose aunt is pt of the fitter. They physician
asks about her aunt's condition. Which of the following is
the fitter's MOST appropriate response?
Show the physician her aunt's file. Answer the physician's
inquiry in vague terms. Suggest moving the discussion to
a private location. Recommend the physician contact her
aunt directly. - Answer-recommend they physician contact
her aunt directly
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Chondromalacia patella is BEST treated w/ which of the
following orthoses?
Knee sleeve w/ lateral J. Knee sleeve w/ popliteal cutout.
Single-upright brace. Double-upright brace? - Answer-
knee sleeve w/ lateral J
The correct fitting of a rigid cervical collar should place the
cervical spine in which of the following positions?
Hyperextension. Extension. Neutral. Flexion. - Answer-
Neutral
A patient had a modified radical mastectomy followed by
radiation & chemo. Broken blood vessels are apparent on
her chest wall & she c/o of some discomfort w/ pressure
on the radiated area. Which of the following prostheses
would be appropriate for her fitting?
1. Concave-back silicone form. 2. Adhesive silicone form.
3. Custom-molded adhesive silicone form. 4. Gel back
silicone form.
A. 1&2. B. 1&4. C. 2&3. D. 3&4. - Answer-B. 1 & 4 only
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After fitting a pt w/ neoprene knee orthosis w/ spiral stays,
a COF should instruct the pt to return for which of the
following reasons?
1. Skin rash/irritation. 2. Excessive pressure at hinges. 3.
Numbness in foot. 4. Orthosis migration.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3.4. - Answer-C. 1, 3 & 4
only.
Which of the following patients is likely to be helped by a
lumbosacral corset?
1. a thin person w/ a low back pain
2. a thin person w/ sciatica
3. an obese person w/ sciatica
4. an obese person w/ kyphosis
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,24. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - Answer-A.
An ambulatory patient presents w/ a Rx that reads "TEDS
BK". A certified orthotic fitter should:
Call the pt's physician for clarification. Measure the pt's
ankle, calf & foot length. Measure the pt's ankle, thigh, &
leg length. Fit the pt for a below knee anti-embolism
stocking. - Answer-Fit the pt for a below the knee-anti-
embolism stocking
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Which of the following is an element of a quality assurance
system to evaluate pt care?
Thank you letter. HIPAA Privacy Notice. Proof of delivery.
Satisfaction survey. - Answer-satisfaction survery
For severely dropped internal organs, the ptosis pad
should be placed at the:
Proximal margin of the umbilicus. Proximal costal margin
to the ribs. Inferior margin of the ASIS. Inferior margin of
the abdomen. - Answer-inferior margin of the abdomen
When fitting a patient, a COF should:
1. Take the pt into a private room. 2. Alter the Rx for pt
comfort. 3. Introduce himself by name to the pt. 4. Clarify
any Rx that appears unclear.
A. 1,2,3. B. 1,2,4. C. 1,3,4. D. 2,3,4. - Answer-C. 1, 3 & 4
only
A 27 y/o female pt to be fitted w/ a breast prosthesis is
very emotional at the time of her fitting. The COF should:
Call the physician & explain the situation. Suggest the pt
return when she is ready. Face the pt away from the mirror
