NPTE-PT MCQ 4

Question 1

A child is unable to isolate finger movements and displays primitive grasp reflexes at age 18 months. This suggests impairment in which developmental progression?

Accepted Answer

Cortical differentiation and fine motor control

Answer

Isolated finger movements and release of primitive reflexes depend on cortical maturation; persistence at 18 months indicates delayed fine motor cortical differentiation.

Question 2

Which special test is MOST specific for a supraspinatus tendon tear?

Accepted Answer

Drop arm test

Answer

The drop arm test has high specificity for a full-thickness supraspinatus tear, as the patient cannot slowly lower the arm from 90° abduction.

Question 3

A PT documents passive ROM as 'WFL.' This abbreviation means:

Accepted Answer

Within functional limits

Answer

WFL stands for 'within functional limits,' indicating ROM is sufficient for the patient's functional needs even if not full normal ROM.

Question 4

During stair descent, the knee experiences maximum stress at approximately what degree of flexion?

Accepted Answer

30–45°

Answer

Patellofemoral and tibiofemoral joint stress peaks around 30–45° of knee flexion during the loading response of stair descent.

Question 5

Which stage of pressure injury involves full-thickness skin and tissue loss with visible or palpable fascia, muscle, tendon, ligament, or bone?

Accepted Answer

Stage 4

Answer

Stage 4 pressure injuries involve full-thickness tissue loss exposing deep structures such as fascia, muscle, tendon, or bone.

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NPTE-PT MCQ 4