Orthotic Fitter PSI online Exam
Questions (SAE - Self Assessment
Exam) Questions with correct Answers
(A+ GRADED 100% VERIFIED)
2025/2026
1. A 15 y/o pt w/ spondylolisthesis presents w/ a Rx for an LS corset w/ steel stays.
When a COF prepares to fit the orthosis, the pt questions why she can't wear an
elastic support that would be less noticeable. Best response:
A. Fit the pt w/ her preferred orthosis
B. Inform the pt that the corset provides the needed support
C. Explain that elastic support will not immobilize the spine as required
D. Contact the physician to change the order
Answer: B
2. 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:
A. Call the physician & explain the situation
B. Suggest the pt return when she is ready
C. Face the pt away from the mirror & offer a drape
D. Let the pt express her feelings & discuss them
Answer: D
3. A Brannock device measures:
A. Foot length
B. Head circumference
C. ROM
D. Gait length
Answer: A
4. A flexible knee orthosis w/ buttress pads is generally used to prevent:
A. Excess ROM at the knee
B. Rotation of the fibula
C. Hyperextension of the knee
D. Subluxation of the patella
Answer: D
5. A friend asks a COF to recommend an orthosis to help w/ lower back pain. The
fitter should:
, A. Evaluate the pt for the most appropriate orthosis
B. Suggest the friend try pelvic traction
C. Refer the friend to a physician
D. Recommend magnetic therapy
Answer: C
6. A man fell at work and has acute lower back. He is taken to the company nurse to
be seen as the physician is not available. The RN calls & asks a COF to fit the pt w/
a hyperextension brace. The fitter should:
A. Ask the RN to transport the pt for the fitting
B. Tell the RN to transport the pt to the company physician for proper diagnosis &
Rx
C. Instruct the pt to have complete bed rest for 1 week
D. Go to the company & fit the pt w/ the proper size hyperextension brace
Answer: B
7. 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
8. A potential pt calls to ask a COF to recommend an orthopedic surgeon. Which of
the following is the fitter's MOST appropriate action?
A. Provide a list of all local orthopedic surgeons
B. Provide the name of the physician who frequently refers to the facility
C. Suggest the pt ask a PT for a recommendation
D. Suggest the pt ask the primary care physician for a referral
Answer: D
9. A pt being fitted w/ a lumbosacral support w/ steel stays has a marked lordosis. A
COF should FIRST:
Questions (SAE - Self Assessment
Exam) Questions with correct Answers
(A+ GRADED 100% VERIFIED)
2025/2026
1. A 15 y/o pt w/ spondylolisthesis presents w/ a Rx for an LS corset w/ steel stays.
When a COF prepares to fit the orthosis, the pt questions why she can't wear an
elastic support that would be less noticeable. Best response:
A. Fit the pt w/ her preferred orthosis
B. Inform the pt that the corset provides the needed support
C. Explain that elastic support will not immobilize the spine as required
D. Contact the physician to change the order
Answer: B
2. 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:
A. Call the physician & explain the situation
B. Suggest the pt return when she is ready
C. Face the pt away from the mirror & offer a drape
D. Let the pt express her feelings & discuss them
Answer: D
3. A Brannock device measures:
A. Foot length
B. Head circumference
C. ROM
D. Gait length
Answer: A
4. A flexible knee orthosis w/ buttress pads is generally used to prevent:
A. Excess ROM at the knee
B. Rotation of the fibula
C. Hyperextension of the knee
D. Subluxation of the patella
Answer: D
5. A friend asks a COF to recommend an orthosis to help w/ lower back pain. The
fitter should:
, A. Evaluate the pt for the most appropriate orthosis
B. Suggest the friend try pelvic traction
C. Refer the friend to a physician
D. Recommend magnetic therapy
Answer: C
6. A man fell at work and has acute lower back. He is taken to the company nurse to
be seen as the physician is not available. The RN calls & asks a COF to fit the pt w/
a hyperextension brace. The fitter should:
A. Ask the RN to transport the pt for the fitting
B. Tell the RN to transport the pt to the company physician for proper diagnosis &
Rx
C. Instruct the pt to have complete bed rest for 1 week
D. Go to the company & fit the pt w/ the proper size hyperextension brace
Answer: B
7. 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
8. A potential pt calls to ask a COF to recommend an orthopedic surgeon. Which of
the following is the fitter's MOST appropriate action?
A. Provide a list of all local orthopedic surgeons
B. Provide the name of the physician who frequently refers to the facility
C. Suggest the pt ask a PT for a recommendation
D. Suggest the pt ask the primary care physician for a referral
Answer: D
9. A pt being fitted w/ a lumbosacral support w/ steel stays has a marked lordosis. A
COF should FIRST:
