NBCOT EXAM- QUESTIONS WITH ALL CORRECT
ANSWERS
Which peripheral nerve is typically associated with Guyon's canal syndrome?
Ulnar
Radial
Median correct answer -ULNAR
Autonomic Dysreflexia correct answer -patients with spinal cord injuries
are at risk for developing autonomic dyreflexia (T-7 or above)... symptoms
include severe hypertension, bradycardia, nasal congestion, severe throbbing
headache.
contusion correct answer -bruise
Bradycardia correct answer -slow heart rate (less than 60 bpm)
Dysarthria correct answer -Difficulty in speech due to weakness of speech
muscles. This could be either a developmental problem or acquired due to
medical conditions.
neologism correct answer -creating a new word / phrase
Guyon's canal syndrome correct answer -Compression of the ulnar nerve
between the pisiform & the hook of the hamate. Cyclists may put pressure on
this area with their handlebars (cyclists/handlebar neuropathy).... ulnar nerve
issue
client with a proximal forearm of 3 cm in diameter and its dry, and the
margins are pink and flat. what is the PRIMARY reason for using a transparent
film dressing on this client's wound?
a) to provide hydration to the wound while offering pain relief with a
hydrogel sheet
b) to create a moist healing environment while absorbing discharge from the
wound
, c)to keep bacteria out of the wound while promoting autolytic debridement
correct answer -c
transparent film dressing correct answer -Traps wounds moisture over
the wound; ideal for small superficial wounds; can remain in place for up to 5-
7 days; allows visual assessment of wound bed without removing dressing
autolytic debridement correct answer -moister retentive dressing to aid
autolytic debredment that supports healing
when the body breaks down dead tissue by itself
evidence based process correct answer -1. forming a hypothesis
2. reviewing literature
3. evaluating the evidence
4. adopting the practice if evidence supports it
postural dysfunction 2' posterior cerebral artery stroke is due to what
correct answer -contralateral hemianopia (supplies occipital lobe)
what is the primary reason for prescribing a pouch sling to an inpatient with
flaccid hemiplegia who has recently has a middle cerebral artery stroke with
an NIH stroke scale of 32?
a) prevent the short term and long term sequelae of shoulder subluxation
b) support the weight of the affected UE during the transfer training
c) encourage shoulder adduction and international rotation of the humeral
head correct answer -c
An OTR is determining wheelchair specifications for a client who has as an L1
spinal cord injury. The client wants a wheelchair that is stable for use on even
and uneven terrain. Which of the following shows the MOST EFFECTIVE
relationship between the client's center of mass and the axle position to help
achieve this objective?
a. Center of mass directly above the axle of the chair
ANSWERS
Which peripheral nerve is typically associated with Guyon's canal syndrome?
Ulnar
Radial
Median correct answer -ULNAR
Autonomic Dysreflexia correct answer -patients with spinal cord injuries
are at risk for developing autonomic dyreflexia (T-7 or above)... symptoms
include severe hypertension, bradycardia, nasal congestion, severe throbbing
headache.
contusion correct answer -bruise
Bradycardia correct answer -slow heart rate (less than 60 bpm)
Dysarthria correct answer -Difficulty in speech due to weakness of speech
muscles. This could be either a developmental problem or acquired due to
medical conditions.
neologism correct answer -creating a new word / phrase
Guyon's canal syndrome correct answer -Compression of the ulnar nerve
between the pisiform & the hook of the hamate. Cyclists may put pressure on
this area with their handlebars (cyclists/handlebar neuropathy).... ulnar nerve
issue
client with a proximal forearm of 3 cm in diameter and its dry, and the
margins are pink and flat. what is the PRIMARY reason for using a transparent
film dressing on this client's wound?
a) to provide hydration to the wound while offering pain relief with a
hydrogel sheet
b) to create a moist healing environment while absorbing discharge from the
wound
, c)to keep bacteria out of the wound while promoting autolytic debridement
correct answer -c
transparent film dressing correct answer -Traps wounds moisture over
the wound; ideal for small superficial wounds; can remain in place for up to 5-
7 days; allows visual assessment of wound bed without removing dressing
autolytic debridement correct answer -moister retentive dressing to aid
autolytic debredment that supports healing
when the body breaks down dead tissue by itself
evidence based process correct answer -1. forming a hypothesis
2. reviewing literature
3. evaluating the evidence
4. adopting the practice if evidence supports it
postural dysfunction 2' posterior cerebral artery stroke is due to what
correct answer -contralateral hemianopia (supplies occipital lobe)
what is the primary reason for prescribing a pouch sling to an inpatient with
flaccid hemiplegia who has recently has a middle cerebral artery stroke with
an NIH stroke scale of 32?
a) prevent the short term and long term sequelae of shoulder subluxation
b) support the weight of the affected UE during the transfer training
c) encourage shoulder adduction and international rotation of the humeral
head correct answer -c
An OTR is determining wheelchair specifications for a client who has as an L1
spinal cord injury. The client wants a wheelchair that is stable for use on even
and uneven terrain. Which of the following shows the MOST EFFECTIVE
relationship between the client's center of mass and the axle position to help
achieve this objective?
a. Center of mass directly above the axle of the chair
