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What is the first step in the global assessment protocol?
What is the first step in the global assessment protocol?
How many tests are recommended to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
How many tests are recommended to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
Why is it important for the candidate to state the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT)?
Why is it important for the candidate to state the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT)?
What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
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What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion test involve?
What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion test involve?
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What is the purpose of performing TWO tests to rule IN a suspected condition?
What is the purpose of performing TWO tests to rule IN a suspected condition?
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Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
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Once the ROM testing is complete, it is up to the candidate to choose appropriate tests to narrow down the root ______
Once the ROM testing is complete, it is up to the candidate to choose appropriate tests to narrow down the root ______
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The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the assessment ______
The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the assessment ______
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The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______
The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______
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The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
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The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
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Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
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What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion test involve?
What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion test involve?
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The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
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The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
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The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______
The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______
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Once the ROM testing is complete, it is up to the candidate to choose appropriate tests to narrow down the root ______
Once the ROM testing is complete, it is up to the candidate to choose appropriate tests to narrow down the root ______
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The candidate should choose THREE tests to rule IN the suspected condition and TWO tests to rule OUT possible differential conditions.
The candidate should choose THREE tests to rule IN the suspected condition and TWO tests to rule OUT possible differential conditions.
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The purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) does not need to be stated by the candidate during the assessment process.
The purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) does not need to be stated by the candidate during the assessment process.
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The global assessment should always begin with a range of motion test before palpation of the affected area.
The global assessment should always begin with a range of motion test before palpation of the affected area.
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The candidate must inform the patient of the general procedure of the test after performing it.
The candidate must inform the patient of the general procedure of the test after performing it.
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The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the assessment.
The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the assessment.
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The general introduction should include the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) that may be performed during the assessment.
The general introduction should include the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) that may be performed during the assessment.
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What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
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What is the first step in the global assessment protocol according to the text?
What is the first step in the global assessment protocol according to the text?
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What should the candidate do after performing the range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do after performing the range of motion tests?
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What is the purpose of the Passive Relaxed range of motion test?
What is the purpose of the Passive Relaxed range of motion test?
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According to the assessment protocol, what should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
According to the assessment protocol, what should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
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Which of the following is a recommended action for the candidate during the palpation assessment step?
Which of the following is a recommended action for the candidate during the palpation assessment step?
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What information should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
What information should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
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During which step should the candidate stabilize the joint being assessed?
During which step should the candidate stabilize the joint being assessed?
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What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
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In which step should the candidate elicit patient feedback to determine a positive/negative/grading of the test?
In which step should the candidate elicit patient feedback to determine a positive/negative/grading of the test?
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Step 2 ______
Step 2 ______
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Ensure patient comfort and safety by verbally checking in with the ______
Ensure patient comfort and safety by verbally checking in with the ______
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What characterizes a positive and negative ______?
What characterizes a positive and negative ______?
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Assign a grade to the test finding if ______
Assign a grade to the test finding if ______
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The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the ______
The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the ______
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Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
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I will have you seated, and then I will place my hands carefully on your affected ______.
I will have you seated, and then I will place my hands carefully on your affected ______.
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Is it okay if I proceed with this test? Is my pressure okay? Any pain or ______?
Is it okay if I proceed with this test? Is my pressure okay? Any pain or ______?
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I am also noticing that there is some more warmth in your right elbow compared to your ______.
I am also noticing that there is some more warmth in your right elbow compared to your ______.
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You stated that it was tender to the touch on the outside over the common extensor ______.
You stated that it was tender to the touch on the outside over the common extensor ______.
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The purpose of the palpation assessment may have been stated in the general ______.
The purpose of the palpation assessment may have been stated in the general ______.
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Note: The detailed procedure for conducting a palpation assessment is covered in Station 3: Assessment ______.
Note: The detailed procedure for conducting a palpation assessment is covered in Station 3: Assessment ______.
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The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
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The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the ______.
The candidate should perform an Active Free range of motion test and a Passive Relaxed range of motion test for each joint indicated during the ______.
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The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______.
The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______.
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The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______.
The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______.
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Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area.
Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area.
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The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the ______.
The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the ______.
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The candidate should choose THREE tests to rule IN the suspected condition and TWO tests to rule OUT possible differential ______.
The candidate should choose THREE tests to rule IN the suspected condition and TWO tests to rule OUT possible differential ______.
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What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the ______?
What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the ______?
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The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______.
The candidate should state the purpose of each SOT that they choose to ______.
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The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the ______.
The candidate begins by stating which test is being performed so that the patient and the examiners know where the candidate currently is in the ______.
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I will now perform an Active Free range of motion assessment on your ______.
I will now perform an Active Free range of motion assessment on your ______.
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An Active Free range of motion assessment will be performed in order to identify how far the patient can move the joint ______ and their willingness to move the joint.
An Active Free range of motion assessment will be performed in order to identify how far the patient can move the joint ______ and their willingness to move the joint.
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Your elbow joint had full range in supination and pronation, but you were only able to reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of its range in ______.
Your elbow joint had full range in supination and pronation, but you were only able to reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of its range in ______.
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A Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment will be performed in order to identify how far the joint can be moved ______ or without resistance, with no muscle activation.
A Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment will be performed in order to identify how far the joint can be moved ______ or without resistance, with no muscle activation.
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I would normally test the opposite elbow and the joints above and below (the shoulder and the wrist), but I will only be testing the affected joint for today's ______.
I would normally test the opposite elbow and the joints above and below (the shoulder and the wrist), but I will only be testing the affected joint for today's ______.
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The standardized patients are trained to give specific responses. Therefore, the candidate should always state exactly what the patient told them and/or ______.
The standardized patients are trained to give specific responses. Therefore, the candidate should always state exactly what the patient told them and/or ______.
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The purpose of the PR ROM assessment may have been stated in the general introduction. When in doubt, restate the ______!
The purpose of the PR ROM assessment may have been stated in the general introduction. When in doubt, restate the ______!
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The candidate performs a PR ROM assessment to the right ______.
The candidate performs a PR ROM assessment to the right ______.
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You can remain seated, and I will have you mirror my movements as you move your elbow through the ranges that I ______.
You can remain seated, and I will have you mirror my movements as you move your elbow through the ranges that I ______.
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Listen to the Findings/Impression: 00:22 Findings for Active Free range of motion of the ______.
Listen to the Findings/Impression: 00:22 Findings for Active Free range of motion of the ______.
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The candidate needs to remember all of the other possible assessments they could do outside of orthopedic tests, such as: bullet Active Resisted Range of Motion bullet Muscle Strength Testing bullet Muscle Length Testing bullet Neurological Tests (Dermatome, Myotome, DTR) Additionally, several assessments are not typically tested in Station 3: Assessment 1, but could still be used in Station 4: Assessment 2, if the candidate feels they may be a logical and relevant rule-in test: bullet ______ Assessment bullet Postural Assessment bullet Gait Assessment Lesson 15 - Introduction to Mock Exams Additional content has been loaded Top of page
The candidate needs to remember all of the other possible assessments they could do outside of orthopedic tests, such as: bullet Active Resisted Range of Motion bullet Muscle Strength Testing bullet Muscle Length Testing bullet Neurological Tests (Dermatome, Myotome, DTR) Additionally, several assessments are not typically tested in Station 3: Assessment 1, but could still be used in Station 4: Assessment 2, if the candidate feels they may be a logical and relevant rule-in test: bullet ______ Assessment bullet Postural Assessment bullet Gait Assessment Lesson 15 - Introduction to Mock Exams Additional content has been loaded Top of page
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The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
The candidate begins by telling the patient the general procedure of the ______
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What characterizes a positive and negative ______?
What characterizes a positive and negative ______?
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Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
Before palpation, consent should be confirmed to palpate the ______ area
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The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
The clinical testing portion of the assessment should include a variety of tests and ______
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The closing protocol should include the ______ summarizing all findings and formulating a clinical impression in the format of: “Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).” Is Massage Therapy Indicated?
The closing protocol should include the ______ summarizing all findings and formulating a clinical impression in the format of: “Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).” Is Massage Therapy Indicated?
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If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side.
If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side.
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The ______ should state that all the tests have come out negative, and the condition will require further and potentially more advanced testing to identify the root cause. Because there were no positive tests, the therapist cannot formulate a concise clinical impression.
The ______ should state that all the tests have come out negative, and the condition will require further and potentially more advanced testing to identify the root cause. Because there were no positive tests, the therapist cannot formulate a concise clinical impression.
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The ______ should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own purposes. You experienced pain when you actively flexed your elbow, which would be lengthening your forearm extensor muscles, and you felt pain when you actively extended your elbow, which would cause contraction of your forearm extensor muscles. I also felt increased temperature over your right common extensor tendon, which indicates there may be some inflammation in the area. Both tests for lateral epicondylitis (also known as Tennis elbow) were also positive. Based on all these findings, my clinical impression is that your right elbow pain may be due to Tennis elbow, also known as tendonitis of your common extensor tendon. Massage is indicated today, but I will be cautious not to aggravate any inflammation directly over the affected area. I would also recommend that you see a physiotherapist to complement the Massage Therapy treatments and help you get back to a pain-free state. Do you have any questions about this condition?
The ______ should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own purposes. You experienced pain when you actively flexed your elbow, which would be lengthening your forearm extensor muscles, and you felt pain when you actively extended your elbow, which would cause contraction of your forearm extensor muscles. I also felt increased temperature over your right common extensor tendon, which indicates there may be some inflammation in the area. Both tests for lateral epicondylitis (also known as Tennis elbow) were also positive. Based on all these findings, my clinical impression is that your right elbow pain may be due to Tennis elbow, also known as tendonitis of your common extensor tendon. Massage is indicated today, but I will be cautious not to aggravate any inflammation directly over the affected area. I would also recommend that you see a physiotherapist to complement the Massage Therapy treatments and help you get back to a pain-free state. Do you have any questions about this condition?
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Honesty is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the ______'s favour.
Honesty is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the ______'s favour.
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When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the candidate has TWO (2) options: 1. They can try to fit one more test in (if they have another one in mind) 2. They can discontinue the assessment process. ______ is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the candidate's favour.
When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the candidate has TWO (2) options: 1. They can try to fit one more test in (if they have another one in mind) 2. They can discontinue the assessment process. ______ is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the candidate's favour.
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The candidate needs to remember that licensing bodies are primarily concerned with: “Is this person going to be a safe practitioner who will not cause harm?” If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side.
The candidate needs to remember that licensing bodies are primarily concerned with: “Is this person going to be a safe practitioner who will not cause harm?” If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side.
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If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side. If they are, they should continue doing any relevant test that they have in their metaphorical toolbox. When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the ______ has TWO (2) options:
If all the tests are negative, the ______ should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and side. If they are, they should continue doing any relevant test that they have in their metaphorical toolbox. When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the ______ has TWO (2) options:
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A candidate can go through their entire repertoire of tests for the affected area and be left with only negatives. The ______ needs to remember that licensing bodies are primarily concerned with: “Is this person going to be a safe practitioner who will not cause harm?”
A candidate can go through their entire repertoire of tests for the affected area and be left with only negatives. The ______ needs to remember that licensing bodies are primarily concerned with: “Is this person going to be a safe practitioner who will not cause harm?”
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The candidate should summarize all of their findings and formulate a clinical impression in the format of: “Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).” Is Massage Therapy Indicated? Based on the clinical impression and their findings, the ______ should tell the patient whether or not they believe that Massage Therapy is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
The candidate should summarize all of their findings and formulate a clinical impression in the format of: “Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).” Is Massage Therapy Indicated? Based on the clinical impression and their findings, the ______ should tell the patient whether or not they believe that Massage Therapy is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
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What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
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How many tests should the candidate choose to rule in the suspected condition?
How many tests should the candidate choose to rule in the suspected condition?
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What should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
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What should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
What should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
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What should the candidate do if all the tests come out negative?
What should the candidate do if all the tests come out negative?
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What should the clinical testing portion of the assessment include?
What should the clinical testing portion of the assessment include?
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
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What is the first step in the global assessment protocol according to the text?
What is the first step in the global assessment protocol according to the text?
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What should the candidate do after performing the range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do after performing the range of motion tests?
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Which of the following is a recommended action for the candidate during the palpation assessment step?
Which of the following is a recommended action for the candidate during the palpation assessment step?
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What information should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
What information should the candidate provide when giving their clinical impression after the assessment?
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What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
What is the recommended number of tests the candidate should choose to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
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What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
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What is the purpose of the clinical testing portion of the assessment?
What is the purpose of the clinical testing portion of the assessment?
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What type of range of motion assessment involves moving the joint pain-free and evaluating the patient's willingness to move the joint?
What type of range of motion assessment involves moving the joint pain-free and evaluating the patient's willingness to move the joint?
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During an Active Free range of motion assessment, what should the patient do if they feel pain or restriction?
During an Active Free range of motion assessment, what should the patient do if they feel pain or restriction?
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In the example given, which forearm movement caused the patient to experience pain and/or discomfort?
In the example given, which forearm movement caused the patient to experience pain and/or discomfort?
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What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment aim to identify?
What does a Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment aim to identify?
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Why is it important for the candidate to ask the patient if there is a specific movement that hurts the most?
Why is it important for the candidate to ask the patient if there is a specific movement that hurts the most?
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What does the candidate state as the reason for only testing the affected joint in today's exam?
What does the candidate state as the reason for only testing the affected joint in today's exam?
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What should the candidate do if all range of motion tests are negative?
What should the candidate do if all range of motion tests are negative?
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Why does the text emphasize that candidates should not tell patients where they are feeling pain or limitations?
Why does the text emphasize that candidates should not tell patients where they are feeling pain or limitations?
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What does it indicate if a patient can only reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of the range in flexion during an AF ROM assessment?
What does it indicate if a patient can only reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of the range in flexion during an AF ROM assessment?
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What action should the candidate take if a patient experiences pain or discomfort during a specific movement in an AF ROM assessment?
What action should the candidate take if a patient experiences pain or discomfort during a specific movement in an AF ROM assessment?
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If the candidate only has one positive orthopedic test result, what should they consider?
If the candidate only has one positive orthopedic test result, what should they consider?
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What should the candidate do if all the tests are negative?
What should the candidate do if all the tests are negative?
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When should the candidate restate the purpose of the range of motion assessment?
When should the candidate restate the purpose of the range of motion assessment?
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What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
What should the candidate do before performing any palpation of the affected area?
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What should the candidate do when providing the clinical impression?
What should the candidate do when providing the clinical impression?
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What is the primary concern of licensing bodies regarding the candidate's assessment?
What is the primary concern of licensing bodies regarding the candidate's assessment?
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When performing a range of motion assessment, what should the candidate do first?
When performing a range of motion assessment, what should the candidate do first?
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When performing a Special Orthopedic Test (SOT), what should the candidate do?
When performing a Special Orthopedic Test (SOT), what should the candidate do?
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If all the tests are negative, what should the candidate do?
If all the tests are negative, what should the candidate do?
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What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
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During the palpation assessment, what should the candidate do?
During the palpation assessment, what should the candidate do?
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What is the purpose of the Passive Relaxed range of motion test?
What is the purpose of the Passive Relaxed range of motion test?
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When should the candidate elicit patient feedback to determine a positive/negative/grading of the test?
When should the candidate elicit patient feedback to determine a positive/negative/grading of the test?
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What characterizes a positive and negative Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) result?
What characterizes a positive and negative Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) result?
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What should the candidate do when the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off?
What should the candidate do when the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off?
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What should the clinical testing portion of the assessment include?
What should the clinical testing portion of the assessment include?
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What is the purpose of performing a palpation assessment of the affected area?
What is the purpose of performing a palpation assessment of the affected area?
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Why does the candidate feel the patient's unaffected elbow before proceeding with the assessment?
Why does the candidate feel the patient's unaffected elbow before proceeding with the assessment?
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What does increased tone in the muscles crossing the elbow indicate during a palpation assessment?
What does increased tone in the muscles crossing the elbow indicate during a palpation assessment?
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Why is it essential for the candidate to ask the patient about any pain or discomfort during the palpation assessment?
Why is it essential for the candidate to ask the patient about any pain or discomfort during the palpation assessment?
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What should the candidate do if they do not feel any swelling in the area during a palpation assessment?
What should the candidate do if they do not feel any swelling in the area during a palpation assessment?
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Why does a candidate need to obtain consent before palpating a specific area?
Why does a candidate need to obtain consent before palpating a specific area?
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What is the purpose of performing an Active Free range of motion assessment?
What is the purpose of performing an Active Free range of motion assessment?
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In the AF ROM assessment, what does it mean if the patient was only able to reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of its range in flexion?
In the AF ROM assessment, what does it mean if the patient was only able to reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds of its range in flexion?
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What should the candidate do if a patient experiences pain or discomfort during a specific movement in an AF ROM assessment?
What should the candidate do if a patient experiences pain or discomfort during a specific movement in an AF ROM assessment?
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What should the candidate consider if all orthopedic tests during an assessment are negative?
What should the candidate consider if all orthopedic tests during an assessment are negative?
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During the AF ROM assessment, what does it indicate if the patient feels pain and/or discomfort upon a specific movement?
During the AF ROM assessment, what does it indicate if the patient feels pain and/or discomfort upon a specific movement?
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What should the candidate do if all conducted tests are negative during an assessment process?
What should the candidate do if all conducted tests are negative during an assessment process?
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If a candidate performs an AF ROM and PR ROM assessment on the elbow, what does it help them identify?
If a candidate performs an AF ROM and PR ROM assessment on the elbow, what does it help them identify?
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What should a candidate do before conducting range of motion tests?
What should a candidate do before conducting range of motion tests?
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When conducting an AF ROM assessment, what should a candidate avoid asking the patient to do?
When conducting an AF ROM assessment, what should a candidate avoid asking the patient to do?
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During an Active Free ROM, why is it important for the patient to mirror the examiner's movements?
During an Active Free ROM, why is it important for the patient to mirror the examiner's movements?
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
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If the candidate only has one positive orthopedic test result, what should they consider?
If the candidate only has one positive orthopedic test result, what should they consider?
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According to the assessment protocol, what should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
According to the assessment protocol, what should the candidate do after performing range of motion tests?
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What should the candidate do if all range of motion tests are negative?
What should the candidate do if all range of motion tests are negative?
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What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
What is the purpose of the candidate stating the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform?
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What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
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How many tests are recommended to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
How many tests are recommended to narrow down the root cause during the assessment?
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What is the purpose of performing Cozen's test?
What is the purpose of performing Cozen's test?
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What type of end-feel was noted in the elbow joint during pronation and supination?
What type of end-feel was noted in the elbow joint during pronation and supination?
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Which movement during the assessment caused the patient to experience pain and/or discomfort?
Which movement during the assessment caused the patient to experience pain and/or discomfort?
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What is a logical second test to perform if Cozen's test yields a positive result?
What is a logical second test to perform if Cozen's test yields a positive result?
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Which type of end-feel was observed in elbow extension?
Which type of end-feel was observed in elbow extension?
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What action should be taken if a patient does not experience pain or discomfort during a particular movement?
What action should be taken if a patient does not experience pain or discomfort during a particular movement?
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What is the purpose of applying pressure after reaching the end range of a particular movement?
What is the purpose of applying pressure after reaching the end range of a particular movement?
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During which movement should a candidate watch for a possible capsular pattern in the elbow joint?
During which movement should a candidate watch for a possible capsular pattern in the elbow joint?
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In which range of motion did the elbow exhibit a firm end-feel?
In which range of motion did the elbow exhibit a firm end-feel?
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What characteristic should a candidate expect when reaching the end range of pronation and supination in the elbow joint?
What characteristic should a candidate expect when reaching the end range of pronation and supination in the elbow joint?
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During a palpation assessment, the candidate should modify the script suggestions provided for their own use.
During a palpation assessment, the candidate should modify the script suggestions provided for their own use.
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In a palpation assessment, the candidate will first assess the patient's left elbow before moving on to the right elbow.
In a palpation assessment, the candidate will first assess the patient's left elbow before moving on to the right elbow.
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The candidate should ask for the patient's consent before proceeding with a palpation assessment.
The candidate should ask for the patient's consent before proceeding with a palpation assessment.
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The candidate should mention the purpose of the palpation assessment at the beginning of the procedure.
The candidate should mention the purpose of the palpation assessment at the beginning of the procedure.
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It is recommended for the candidate to compare the affected area with an unaffected area during a palpation assessment.
It is recommended for the candidate to compare the affected area with an unaffected area during a palpation assessment.
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The stem indicates that there was no swelling detected during the palpation assessment of the affected elbow.
The stem indicates that there was no swelling detected during the palpation assessment of the affected elbow.
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A candidate may choose to perform only orthopedic tests in Station 3: Assessment 1.
A candidate may choose to perform only orthopedic tests in Station 3: Assessment 1.
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If a candidate has one positive orthopedic test result, they should consider it a rule-out test.
If a candidate has one positive orthopedic test result, they should consider it a rule-out test.
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In the assessment process, it is not crucial for the candidate to determine if massage is indicated before identifying the root cause.
In the assessment process, it is not crucial for the candidate to determine if massage is indicated before identifying the root cause.
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Candidates should always tell patients where they are feeling pain or limitations to ensure accurate assessment results.
Candidates should always tell patients where they are feeling pain or limitations to ensure accurate assessment results.
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Orthopedic tests are typically the only assessments performed in Station 4: Assessment 2.
Orthopedic tests are typically the only assessments performed in Station 4: Assessment 2.
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If all tests are negative, candidates must remember that licensing bodies primarily focus on assessing if the candidate will be a safe practitioner.
If all tests are negative, candidates must remember that licensing bodies primarily focus on assessing if the candidate will be a safe practitioner.
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The candidate should provide a final conclusion after completing the clinical testing portion of the assessment.
The candidate should provide a final conclusion after completing the clinical testing portion of the assessment.
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The candidate should recommend Massage Therapy as a treatment option regardless of their clinical impression.
The candidate should recommend Massage Therapy as a treatment option regardless of their clinical impression.
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If there are no positive tests during the assessment, the therapist can still formulate a concise clinical impression.
If there are no positive tests during the assessment, the therapist can still formulate a concise clinical impression.
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The candidate should tell the patient to see a physiotherapist only if Massage Therapy is not indicated.
The candidate should tell the patient to see a physiotherapist only if Massage Therapy is not indicated.
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Negative results on all tests may indicate the need for further and potentially more advanced testing to identify the root cause.
Negative results on all tests may indicate the need for further and potentially more advanced testing to identify the root cause.
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If all tests are negative, the candidate should continue doing more tests until they find a positive result.
If all tests are negative, the candidate should continue doing more tests until they find a positive result.
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The candidate can end the assessment process as soon as all tests come out negative.
The candidate can end the assessment process as soon as all tests come out negative.
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The candidate must state that all tests have come out negative if no positive results are obtained during the assessment.
The candidate must state that all tests have come out negative if no positive results are obtained during the assessment.
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A concise clinical impression can be formulated even if no positive tests are obtained during the assessment.
A concise clinical impression can be formulated even if no positive tests are obtained during the assessment.
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The candidate should recommend Massage Therapy regardless of their clinical impression.
The candidate should recommend Massage Therapy regardless of their clinical impression.
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In an Active Free range of motion assessment, the candidate asks the patient to mirror their movements.
In an Active Free range of motion assessment, the candidate asks the patient to mirror their movements.
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A Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment is performed to identify how far the joint can be moved pain-free without muscle activation.
A Passive Relaxed range of motion assessment is performed to identify how far the joint can be moved pain-free without muscle activation.
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The purpose of the AF ROM assessment is to see how far a patient can move their elbow without experiencing any resistance.
The purpose of the AF ROM assessment is to see how far a patient can move their elbow without experiencing any resistance.
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A candidate should always tell the patient where they are feeling pain or where they are limited during ROM assessments.
A candidate should always tell the patient where they are feeling pain or where they are limited during ROM assessments.
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In an AF ROM assessment, if a patient can only reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds in flexion, it suggests a muscle pathology.
In an AF ROM assessment, if a patient can only reach half of the range in extension and two-thirds in flexion, it suggests a muscle pathology.
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During a PR ROM assessment, the candidate should normally test joints above and below the affected joint.
During a PR ROM assessment, the candidate should normally test joints above and below the affected joint.
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In a PR ROM assessment, the candidate moves the forearm in the most painful range first.
In a PR ROM assessment, the candidate moves the forearm in the most painful range first.
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The purpose of an AF ROM assessment is to see how much resistance a patient can exert during elbow movements.
The purpose of an AF ROM assessment is to see how much resistance a patient can exert during elbow movements.
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Candidates must always state exactly what patients tell them and/or demonstrate during ROM assessments.
Candidates must always state exactly what patients tell them and/or demonstrate during ROM assessments.
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In a PR ROM assessment, the candidate seeks patient feedback on which movements hurt the most before proceeding with any tests.
In a PR ROM assessment, the candidate seeks patient feedback on which movements hurt the most before proceeding with any tests.
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The candidate should always ask the patient if they are experiencing any pain or discomfort during the PR ROM assessment.
The candidate should always ask the patient if they are experiencing any pain or discomfort during the PR ROM assessment.
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In the script provided, Cozen's test is primarily used to identify tendonitis of the common flexor tendon.
In the script provided, Cozen's test is primarily used to identify tendonitis of the common flexor tendon.
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The candidate should let the patient know the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform during the assessment.
The candidate should let the patient know the purpose of each Special Orthopedic Test (SOT) they choose to perform during the assessment.
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Rule-In Test #2 in the script is performed to confirm a negative result from Rule-In Test #1.
Rule-In Test #2 in the script is performed to confirm a negative result from Rule-In Test #1.
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The end-feel observed during elbow extension in the script was described as firm.
The end-feel observed during elbow extension in the script was described as firm.
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The candidate should perform a Ligamentous Varus Instability test to rule out a medial/ulnar collateral ligament sprain.
The candidate should perform a Ligamentous Varus Instability test to rule out a medial/ulnar collateral ligament sprain.
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The script specifies that all tests conducted should be negative before the candidate re-reads their exam to ensure proper assessment.
The script specifies that all tests conducted should be negative before the candidate re-reads their exam to ensure proper assessment.
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The Rule-Out Test #1 in the script involves performing additional tests to identify other conditions with similar symptoms to rule out.
The Rule-Out Test #1 in the script involves performing additional tests to identify other conditions with similar symptoms to rule out.
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The script mentions that a logical second Rule-In test for a specific condition could be Cozen's Test.
The script mentions that a logical second Rule-In test for a specific condition could be Cozen's Test.
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In the provided script, the Passive Relaxed range of motion test aims to identify how far the joint can move without resistance and with muscle activation.
In the provided script, the Passive Relaxed range of motion test aims to identify how far the joint can move without resistance and with muscle activation.
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What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are negative?
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What is the primary concern of licensing bodies when evaluating a candidate?
What is the primary concern of licensing bodies when evaluating a candidate?
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What should the candidate do if they are assessing the correct structure and side, but all tests are negative?
What should the candidate do if they are assessing the correct structure and side, but all tests are negative?
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What is the purpose of performing a palpation assessment of the affected area?
What is the purpose of performing a palpation assessment of the affected area?
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What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
What should the candidate do before performing any range of motion tests?
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What should the candidate do if they do not feel any swelling in the area during a palpation assessment?
What should the candidate do if they do not feel any swelling in the area during a palpation assessment?
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If all the tests are negative, the candidate should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and ______.
If all the tests are negative, the candidate should first re-read their exam to ensure that they are assessing the right structure and ______.
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When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the candidate has TWO (2) options: 1. They can try to fit one more test in (if they have another one in mind) 2. They can discontinue the assessment process. Honesty is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the candidate's ______.
When the 3-minute warning buzzer goes off, the candidate has TWO (2) options: 1. They can try to fit one more test in (if they have another one in mind) 2. They can discontinue the assessment process. Honesty is always the best policy and an attribute that will certainly play in the candidate's ______.
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Because there were no positive tests, the therapist cannot formulate a concise clinical ______.
Because there were no positive tests, the therapist cannot formulate a concise clinical ______.
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A concise clinical impression can be formulated even if no positive tests are obtained during the ______.
A concise clinical impression can be formulated even if no positive tests are obtained during the ______.
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What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are ______?
What should the candidate do if all the tests they perform are ______?
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The candidate should summarize all of their findings and formulate a clinical impression in the format of: 'Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).' Is Massage Therapy Indicated? Based on the clinical impression and their findings, the ______ should tell the patient whether or not they believe that Massage Therapy is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
The candidate should summarize all of their findings and formulate a clinical impression in the format of: 'Your (primary concern) may be due to (condition indicated by positive tests).' Is Massage Therapy Indicated? Based on the clinical impression and their findings, the ______ should tell the patient whether or not they believe that Massage Therapy is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
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