PCE REE PCE Clinical Practice and Patient Management 4

Question 1

A patient with type 2 diabetes has peripheral neuropathy. Which intervention requires EXTRA precaution during physiotherapy treatment?

Accepted Answer

Thermotherapy applied to the feet

Answer

Peripheral neuropathy reduces sensation in the feet, making heat application hazardous due to the patient's inability to detect harmful temperatures.

Question 2

During a developmental assessment, a 15-month-old child who cannot yet walk independently is MOST likely exhibiting:

Accepted Answer

A delay warranting further physiotherapy assessment

Answer

Independent walking typically develops by 12–15 months; a 15-month-old not yet walking warrants further assessment to rule out developmental disorders.

Question 3

Which approach BEST demonstrates evidence-based practice in physiotherapy clinical decision-making?

Accepted Answer

Integrating current best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values

Answer

Evidence-based practice is defined as the integration of best research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences.

Question 4

A patient presents with suspected thoracic outlet syndrome. Which provocative test is MOST specific for arterial compression?

Accepted Answer

Adson's test

Answer

Adson's test (rotation and extension of the neck toward the affected side with deep inspiration) is most specific for arterial compression at the scalene triangle.

Question 5

When applying the PICO framework to a clinical question, what does the 'C' component represent?

Accepted Answer

Comparison intervention or control group

Answer

The 'C' in PICO stands for Comparison, referring to the alternative intervention or control condition being compared to the treatment of interest.

(PCE) Physiotherapy Competency Exam Practice Test

(PCE) Physiotherapy Competency Exam Practice Test

PCE REE PCE Clinical Practice and Patient Management 4