RMA22

The branch of medicine that is also akey component of rehabilitation?

A Physical therapy
B Physiatry
C Sports medicine
D Manipulation
E None of the above

The degree to which a joint is able to move is known as?

A Coniometer
B Range of motion
C Goniometry
D Universal goniometer
E Range of reach

Lateral deviation in the normal vertical curve of the spine is called?

A Kyphosis
B Lordosis
C Scoliosis
D Luxation
E None of the above

Which of the following is paralysis of the lower portion of the body?

A Quadriplegia
B Hemiparesis
C Hemiplegia
D Parapraxia
E Paraplegia

Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment of a contusion?

A Whirlpool therapy
B Application of ice packs
C Ultrasonography
D Application of hot soaks therapy
E Massage

In thermotherapy, which of the following temperatures can cause burning?

A 110
B 112
C 105
D 114
E 116

How long does diatherapy usually last?

A 60 to 90 mins
B 10 to 15 mins
C 15 to 30 mins
D 2 to 3 hours
E 5 to 10 mins

Cryotherapy is used for all of the following purposes EXCEPT?

A To reduce pus formation
B To lower body temp
C To reduce swelling
D To reduce bleeding
E To reduce clotting

Muscular weakness of one side of the body is called?

A Hemiphelia
B Hemimelia
C Hemiparesis
D Hemiplegia
E Hemiopia

Patients instructed on how to use crutches should be told to?

A Balance their body weight between their feet and hands
B Look down at the ground to check where they place the crutches
C Move crutches approx a foot at a time
D Move crutches no more than 6 inches at a time
E Stand bent over the crutches at a 30 degree angle for increased support

Physical therapists are allied health professionals who have completed at least?

A A 2 yr associates degree program
B A 4 yr baccalaureate training program
C A certificate program
D Medical school
E Postgraduate work

Movement allowed by joints to decrease the angle between two adjoining bones is called?

A Extension
B Gait
C Flexion
D Luxation
E Range of motion

Correction of a fracture, dislocation, or hernia is called?

A Reduction
B Relocation
C Subluxation
D Luxation
E Casting

Electromyography is the process of electrically recording muscle-

A Relaxation
B Action potentials
C Contraction
D Energy production
E Flexion

Diathermy is useful in treating all of the following conditions EXCEPT?

A Bursitis
B Tendonitis
C Arthritis
D Muscular disorders
E Myocarditis

How far from the area being treated should a heat lamp be placed?

A 4 to 6 feet
B Less than 1 foot
C 6 to 8 feet
D 1 to 2 feet
E 2 to 4 feet

Which of the following heat therapies uses radio waves to provide heat deep in the body?

A Chemical diathermy
B Infrared diathermy
C Microwave diathermy
D Shortwave diathermy
E Ultrasound diathermy

A way of assessing the patient's walking behavior is called?

A Walking test
B Muscle strength testing
C Goniometry
D Electromyography
E Gait Testing

When using a chemical hot pack in heat therapy, you should?

A Place it on the patients skin on the area being affected
B Plug the packs heating cord into an outlet and turn the pad on
C Knead the pad and then cover it with cloth before placing it on the patient
D Fill the pack halfway with water, expel the air, and cover it with a pillowcase before applying
E Both B and D

How high should the top of a cane be?

A Waist level
B 30 inches from the ground
C Axillary height
D Level with the top of the femur
E Any height, because patients can use it well regardless of height