Hamza is 3 weeks post-stroke and presents with right-sided hemiparesis. He is able to sit unsupported but struggles to stand and has difficulty walking without assistance. His Brunnstrom stage is III for the right upper extremity and II for the right lower extremity. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for this patient to improve his functional mobility and independence?

A) Facilitate weight-bearing on the right lower extremity using assistive devices

B) Move the patient's right lower extremity through PNF patterns

C) Use body-weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT)

D) Initiate fine motor activities for the right hand to improve hand dexterity

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Milani presents with anterior shoulder pain and reports difficulty with overhead activities. The patient describes intermittent clicking and discomfort with forward reaching. On examination, the therapist observes a positive Speed’s test, normal strength in external rotation, and no pain with passive shoulder elevation. Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis?

A. Bankart lesion

B. Subacromial bursitis

C. Biceps tendinopathy

D. Rotator cuff tendinopathy

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Jeremy is performing a neurological evaluation. The therapist notes repeated falls in quiet standing with a suspected forward anticipatory balance impairment. Which of the following tests is MOST likely to reveal this specific impairment?

A) Functional Reach Test

B) Romberg Test

C) Sensory Organization Test

D) Standing in tandem with eyes closed

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A 45-year-old female presents to physical therapy with complaints of persistent fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Upon examination, the therapist notes tachycardia, low blood pressure episodes, and excessive sweating. Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis?

A) Graves Disease

B) Cor Pulmonale

C) Hypoglycemia

D) Adrenocortical hyperplasia

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Lina presents with a history of chronic heart failure, increased dyspnea and fatigue during daily activities. The physical therapist plans to implement an aerobic exercise program. Which of the following exercise protocols is MOST appropriate for this patient?

A) 70-85% of HRmax, 5 times per week, for 45-60 minutes

B) 50-60% of HRR, 3 times per week, for 20-40 minutes

C) 30-40% of HRmax, daily, for 10-15 minutes

D) 80-90% of HRR, 4 times per week, for 60 minutes

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Bronny presents to the hospital with burns to the anterior neck, chest, axillas, and cubital fossa regions. Which of the following positions is the BEST for this patient?

A. Cervical slight extension, arm abduction with elbow extension

B. Neutral cervical spine, shoulder external rotation with wrist extension

C. Cervical slight flexion, arm elevated and elbow extended

D. Cervical extension with arm abduction and elbow flexion

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Cory is a 3 year old child presents with severe hypotonia. The child has difficulty maintaining an upright posture and frequently collapses when attempting to sit or stand. Which of the following interventions would be MOST appropriate?

A. Sitting balance exercises on an unstable surface such as a wobble cushion

B. Passive stretching of the hamstrings to improve flexibility

C. Practicing squats with support to encourage leg strength

D. Rhythmic stabilization exercises in a seated position on a therapy ball

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