physical therapy nurse exam questions with answers
• Which of the following tests and measures are used to assess body measurements and
fat composition?
A. Anthropometric characteristics
B. Ergonomics
C. Circulation
D. Aerobic capacity
• How many quiz attempts is each student allowed? 1
• What part of the traditional SOAP note would include clinical judgment based on
examination? Assessment
• Which of the following would be outside the physical therapist's scope of
practice?
A. Fitting a client with crutches
B. Prescribing vitamin supplements
C. Ergonomic assessment
D. Electrotherapeutic modalities
• Which of the following is not a part of the plan of care in the client management
model?
A. Outcomes
B. Insurance information
C. Short- and long-term goals
D. Interventions
• What is the minimum number of discussion posts students must make each week?
A. Two posts: One initial reply post and one response to a classmate's post
B. No discussion posts. Just sit back and enjoy the class...
C. Three posts: one initial response to the discussion question and one
response to two different classmate's posts
D. One post: Initial response to post only
• For a PTA education program to be accredited, what type of degree must be awarded
upon graduation? Associate
• Which of the following is correct for when weekly assignments are due?
A. Initial post-Sunday, Quiz Sunday, Reply post-Sunday
B. Initial Post - Thursday, Quiz Tuesday, Reply posts – Friday
C. Initial post Wednesday, Reply posts Wednesday, Quiz Wednesday
D. Initial post – Thursday Quiz Friday, Reply posts – Sunday
,• What should occur when long-term physical therapy goals or outcomes have been
achieved?
A. The physical therapist should continue to follow the patient at home.
B. PT services should be concluded and the PT should document a
discharge summary.
C. The patient/client should be referred to another healthcare provider for
continued care.
D. Additional treatment sessions should be planned if the client has
reimbursement available.
• What part of the SOAP note includes documentation of the level of pain that the
patient describes? Subjective
• Direct access to physical therapy would fall under which type of health care?
A. Secondary care
B. Primary care
C. Tertiary care
D. Emergency care
• At what point in a client's rehabilitation would a PTA become substantially
involved in the client's care?
A. Interventions
B. Examination
C. Evaluation
D. Diagnosis
• Which of the following interventions are described as skilled hands-on techniques on
soft tissues or joints?
A. Airway clearance techniques
B. Functional training
C. Therapeutic exercise
D. Manual therapy techniques
• What group of women were the forerunners of the profession and practice of
physical therapy in the United States?
A. Reconstruction Technicians
B. Reconstruction Aides
C. Physical Therapist Aides
D. Physical Therapist Technicians
, • Analysis of body alignment and positioning is assessed with what type of test or
measurement? Posture
• In what part of the patient/client management model would a PT examine the way a
person walks?
A. Prognosis
B. Examination - Tests and measures
C. Examination – History
D. Examination - Systems review
• No credit can be given for late posts to the discussion board. What is the best
strategy for posting your answers and responses on time?
A. Wait until the last minute and then get frustrated because your computer is not
functioning quite well.
B. Wait until the last minute and then get frustrated because the Canvas is "down"
at that time.
C. Just hope it will all work out with your busy schedule.
D. Post your answers early in the week... go back toward the end of the week
and read what other people have written and respond to at least one other
student for each question. Have your weekend free to do some exercise, or
get a head start on upcoming work without stress!
• In what part of the patient/client management model would a PT interview the
patient about recent medical history?
A. Examination
B. Evaluation
C. Diagnosis
D. Prognosis
• What is the primary reason for periodic re-examination of a patient/client
receiving physical therapy?
A. To determine if goals and outcomes are being achieved
B. To maintain a billable relationship with the client
C. To provide the physician with updates
D. To fulfill documentation requirements
• Which is often true for individuals who have healthy lifestyle habits? (Ch.2)
A. have a lower cost of healthcare
B. more likely to be malingerers
C. require medical care more often
• Which of the following tests and measures are used to assess body measurements and
fat composition?
A. Anthropometric characteristics
B. Ergonomics
C. Circulation
D. Aerobic capacity
• How many quiz attempts is each student allowed? 1
• What part of the traditional SOAP note would include clinical judgment based on
examination? Assessment
• Which of the following would be outside the physical therapist's scope of
practice?
A. Fitting a client with crutches
B. Prescribing vitamin supplements
C. Ergonomic assessment
D. Electrotherapeutic modalities
• Which of the following is not a part of the plan of care in the client management
model?
A. Outcomes
B. Insurance information
C. Short- and long-term goals
D. Interventions
• What is the minimum number of discussion posts students must make each week?
A. Two posts: One initial reply post and one response to a classmate's post
B. No discussion posts. Just sit back and enjoy the class...
C. Three posts: one initial response to the discussion question and one
response to two different classmate's posts
D. One post: Initial response to post only
• For a PTA education program to be accredited, what type of degree must be awarded
upon graduation? Associate
• Which of the following is correct for when weekly assignments are due?
A. Initial post-Sunday, Quiz Sunday, Reply post-Sunday
B. Initial Post - Thursday, Quiz Tuesday, Reply posts – Friday
C. Initial post Wednesday, Reply posts Wednesday, Quiz Wednesday
D. Initial post – Thursday Quiz Friday, Reply posts – Sunday
,• What should occur when long-term physical therapy goals or outcomes have been
achieved?
A. The physical therapist should continue to follow the patient at home.
B. PT services should be concluded and the PT should document a
discharge summary.
C. The patient/client should be referred to another healthcare provider for
continued care.
D. Additional treatment sessions should be planned if the client has
reimbursement available.
• What part of the SOAP note includes documentation of the level of pain that the
patient describes? Subjective
• Direct access to physical therapy would fall under which type of health care?
A. Secondary care
B. Primary care
C. Tertiary care
D. Emergency care
• At what point in a client's rehabilitation would a PTA become substantially
involved in the client's care?
A. Interventions
B. Examination
C. Evaluation
D. Diagnosis
• Which of the following interventions are described as skilled hands-on techniques on
soft tissues or joints?
A. Airway clearance techniques
B. Functional training
C. Therapeutic exercise
D. Manual therapy techniques
• What group of women were the forerunners of the profession and practice of
physical therapy in the United States?
A. Reconstruction Technicians
B. Reconstruction Aides
C. Physical Therapist Aides
D. Physical Therapist Technicians
, • Analysis of body alignment and positioning is assessed with what type of test or
measurement? Posture
• In what part of the patient/client management model would a PT examine the way a
person walks?
A. Prognosis
B. Examination - Tests and measures
C. Examination – History
D. Examination - Systems review
• No credit can be given for late posts to the discussion board. What is the best
strategy for posting your answers and responses on time?
A. Wait until the last minute and then get frustrated because your computer is not
functioning quite well.
B. Wait until the last minute and then get frustrated because the Canvas is "down"
at that time.
C. Just hope it will all work out with your busy schedule.
D. Post your answers early in the week... go back toward the end of the week
and read what other people have written and respond to at least one other
student for each question. Have your weekend free to do some exercise, or
get a head start on upcoming work without stress!
• In what part of the patient/client management model would a PT interview the
patient about recent medical history?
A. Examination
B. Evaluation
C. Diagnosis
D. Prognosis
• What is the primary reason for periodic re-examination of a patient/client
receiving physical therapy?
A. To determine if goals and outcomes are being achieved
B. To maintain a billable relationship with the client
C. To provide the physician with updates
D. To fulfill documentation requirements
• Which is often true for individuals who have healthy lifestyle habits? (Ch.2)
A. have a lower cost of healthcare
B. more likely to be malingerers
C. require medical care more often
