Quiz 4,5 & 6 Flashcards
An example of transcellular fluid within the body is:
Cerebrospinal fluid
Intracellular fluid
Fluid within the veins and arteries
Fluid within cell bodies
Cerebrospinal fluid
You are working with a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus and would like to make recommendations regarding their exercise and physical therapy plan. Which of the following statements would be appropriate instructions for this patient?
Pace activities to conserve energy
Protect joints by avoiding high impact exercises
Excessive bed rest is important for recovery
Both A & B
Both A & B
In regards to clinical manifestations of HIV in the body, all of the following are potential symptoms that can occur in the early stages EXCEPT:
Weight loss
Fevers
Diarrhea
Dementia
Dementia
You are working with a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus. All of the following statements are TRUE regarding this condition EXCEPT:
Early symptoms of lupus include arthritis
It is more prevalent in young women
The body produces antibodies against itself, attacking multiple systems
This condition typically only involves the musculoskeletal system
This condition typically only involves the musculoskeletal system
All of the following statements are TRUE regarding airborne transmission of pathogens EXCEPT:
Organisms travel up to 3 feet in the air
Organisms are not visible to the naked eye
It is propelled through coughing
Organisms can remain suspended in the air for hours
Organisms travel up to 3 feet in the air
Transferring antibodies from a mother to a fetus or through breast milk is an example of:
red Immunity
Passive Aquired Immunity
Adapted immunity
Innate immunity
Passive Aquired Immunity
ou are working with a patient with Fibromyalgia and would like to implement a modality. Which of the following modalities would be MOST appropriate for this patient population?
Cryotherapy
Thermal ultrasound
High voltage electrical stimulation
Both B & C
both B & C
You are working with a patient with known “hypermagnesia.” Based on this information, what would you expect to see when measuring vital signs?
Hypertension
Tacycardia
Hypotension
Strong pulse
hypotension
You are working with a patient with hypokalemia. The patient reports feeling very thirsty and drinking more water than usual. As a result, the patient will likely present with:
Polyuria
Oliguria
Anuria
None of the above
polyuria
You are working with a patient with HIV. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding transmission of this virus?
It is primarily transmitted through blood - take caution when handling needles or wounds where blood is present
It is primarily transmitted through saliva - take caution with sharing straws or cups between patients
It is primarily transmitted through semen - sexual contact should be avoided
Both A & C
both A & C
You are working with a patient who demonstrates a respiration rate of 43 breaths per minute. The patient appears to be in distress. Which of the following clinical findings would be MOST likely with a patient presenting this way?
Respiratory alkalosis
Hypoventilation
Increased CO2
Both A & B
respiratory alkalosis
You are working with a patient and are collecting a subjective report. The patient states, “My muscles are burning, 8/10 and it feels like a migraine headache of my muscles.” Based off this descriptor, what is the MOST likely diagnoses involved with this patient?
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Connective tissue disease
Rheumatoid arthritis
fibromyalgia
You are working with a patient with streptococcal pharyngitis. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE regarding this bacteria?
The incubation stage is 10-14 days
Pain with swallowing is a common symptom
The incubation stage is 1-5 days
It requires antibiotic treatment
incubation stage is 10=14 days
Which of the following conditions colonizes in the oropharynx and nasopharynx and is the most common cause of meningitis in infants and toddlers?
Streptococcus pharyngitis
Pseudomonas
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
Streptococcus pneumoniae
You are working with a patient with Fibromyalgia. The patient reports they are currently sedentary but would like to be more active. Which of the following BEST describes a physiologic affect that occurs with persons with Fibromyalgia?
Circulation increases excessively with exercise
Circulation decreases with exercise
Tightness and trigger points do not present in the neck and chest muscles
The diaphragm is unaffected and remains fully functioning
circulation decreases with exercise
A patient with cardiovascular pathology is placed on a diuretic. Which laboratory test should be the MOST essential for the physical therapist assistant to monitor based on the patient’s prescribed medication?
Cardiac biomarkers
Prothrombin time (blood clot)
Serum cholesterol
Serum electrolytes
Serum electrolytes