MES Musculoskeletal Conditions & Special Populations 2

Question 1

Which exercise is generally contraindicated for clients with moderate-to-severe knee osteoarthritis due to excessive compressive loading?

Accepted Answer

Deep squats with heavy loading

Answer

Swimming

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Cycling

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Walking on flat surfaces

Question 2

For an older adult with sarcopenia, which training type is the MOST important to prioritize?

Accepted Answer

Progressive resistance training

Answer

Flexibility training

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Low-intensity steady-state cardio

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Breathing exercises

Question 3

A pregnant client in her second trimester should avoid exercising in which position?

Accepted Answer

Supine

Answer

Standing

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Seated

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Side-lying

Question 4

Which gait deviation is commonly observed in clients with hip abductor weakness (Trendelenburg sign)?

Accepted Answer

Contralateral pelvic drop during single-leg stance

Answer

Toe walking

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Excessive heel strike

Answer

Bilateral knee valgus during swing phase

Question 5

Which chronic condition is most associated with the development of carpal tunnel syndrome due to soft tissue changes?

Accepted Answer

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Peripheral artery disease

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Rheumatoid arthritis of the ankle

Question 6

Which exercise modification is most appropriate for a client with lumbar spinal stenosis who experiences symptom relief when bending forward?

Accepted Answer

Flexion-based exercises like recumbent cycling

Answer

Extension-based exercises like McKenzie press-ups

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Standing military press

Answer

Prone back extensions