286 episodios
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy Kyle Rice
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- Salud y forma física
NPTE Clinical Files is a podcast from the creator of Dominating the NPTE, hosted by Kyle Rice. NPTE Clinical Files explains a true clinical scenario in the form of a mock NPTE-based question. Each question is followed by a set of answer choices, where Dr. Kyle Rice explains the right answer with a detailed rationale. Each season covers all of the major systems and topics found in physical therapy and likely to be found on an NPTE. NPTE Clinical Files gives the Physical Therapist a weekly opportunity to solve clinical puzzles while learning the latest research related to the topic. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepthustle/support
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Multiple Sclerosis Interventions
Suely a 40-year-old female with multiple sclerosis (MS) presents with ataxic gait, characterized by wide base of support, irregular steps, and difficulty maintaining balance. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to address her gait abnormalities?A. High-intensity plyometric exercises B. Treadmill training with body-weight support C. Functional electrical stimulation (FES) of the quadriceps D. Static stretching of the lower extremities
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PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
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Diabetes & Wound Care
Blakely is a 65-year-old female with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus presents with a non-healing wound on her left foot. The wound has been present for six weeks and shows no signs of improvement. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to promote wound healing?
A. Hydrotherapy with whirlpool
B. Application of a moist wound dressing
C. Daily debridement with a dry gauze
D. Use of systemic antibiotics only
LINKS MENTIONED:
NPTE Tips & Tricks
PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
PT Hustle Practice Question Bootcamp
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Anterior Knee Pain & Cycling
Raj presents with anterior knee pain that worsens during prolonged cycling. Which of the following adjustments to the bike setup would be MOST beneficial in alleviating the cyclist's symptoms?
A. Lowering the saddle height
B. Raising the saddle height
C. Moving the saddle forward
D. Moving the saddle backward
LINKS MENTIONED:
NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
Free Cheatsheets: www.nptecheatsheets.com
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ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation
Caden is a physical therapist who notes that a patient with a recent ACL reconstruction is reluctant to perform weight-bearing exercises. The patient expresses fear of re-injury. The MOST appropriate response to facilitate rehabilitation progress would involve:
A. Encouraging the patient to ignore the fear and push through discomfort.
B. Implementing graded exposure therapy and psychological support to address fear-avoidance behaviors.
C. Focusing exclusively on non-weight-bearing exercises until the fear subsides.
D. Increasing the intensity of weight-bearing exercises to quickly regain strength.
LINKS MENTIONED:
NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
Free Cheatsheets: www.nptecheatsheets.com
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Assistive Device Prescription 2
Xavier is a patient who recently underwent hip replacement surgery and is now at a rehabilitation facility with a weight-bearing as tolerated (WBAT) status. The patient is 75 years old with mild Parkinson’s disease, affecting his balance and coordination. Given these considerations, which assistive device would be MOST appropriate for this patient during the initial phase of recovery?
A) Standard cane
B) Quad cane
C) Front-wheeled walker
D) Rollator walker
LINKS MENTIONED:
Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020
Get Your Episode Cheatsheet here: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/assistive-ad
NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
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Acute Low Back Pain
Gerard arrives at physical therapy reporting acute lower back pain following an attempt to lift a heavy box. The pain radiates into both lower extremities constantly. During examination, all lumbar motions exacerbate the pain, and the patient prefers to stand and sit with increased lumbar flexion. Which pathology is MOST likely present?
A) Lumbar Herniated Disc
B) Facet Joint Syndrome
C) Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
D) Ankylosing Spondylitis
LINKS MENTIONED:
NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020
PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
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