NPTE-PT Neuromuscular System Examination 2

Question 1

A deep tendon reflex graded 4+ with clonus indicates:

Accepted Answer

Upper motor neuron lesion

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Lower motor neuron lesion

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Normal reflex

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Peripheral neuropathy

Question 2

Which dermatome is tested by assessing sensation over the lateral forearm?

Accepted Answer

C6

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C5

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C7

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T1

Question 3

A patient presents with foot drop on the left side. Which peripheral nerve is most likely damaged?

Accepted Answer

Common peroneal nerve

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Tibial nerve

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Femoral nerve

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Obturator nerve

Question 4

During the coordination examination, a patient misses the target when performing the finger-nose test with eyes open. This finding is called:

Accepted Answer

Dysmetria

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Dysdiadochokinesia

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Astereognosis

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Agraphesthesia

Question 5

Muscle tone assessed as resistance throughout the full range of motion that is velocity-independent is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Rigidity

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Spasticity

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Hypotonia

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Flaccidity

Question 6

Which sensory test involves placing a familiar object in the patient's hand (without vision) and asking them to identify it?

Accepted Answer

Stereognosis

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Graphesthesia

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Two-point discrimination

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Vibration sense