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What is a key step when correcting a list?
What is a key step when correcting a list?
- Apply direct force to the head
- Use your body to shift trunk and stab hip (correct)
- Use your body to twist the neck and stab shoulder
- Determine reaction when irritability is high
What should be done during an examination of the lumbar spine?
What should be done during an examination of the lumbar spine?
- Skip watching for deviations
- Examine in any random order
- Assess in only one plane
- Get a baseline, move, inquire, and never follow up (correct)
What is the purpose of assessing in all planes during lumbar spine evaluation?
What is the purpose of assessing in all planes during lumbar spine evaluation?
- To only assess forward flexion
- To skip assessing for pain
- To ignore segmental mobility
- To understand movement patterns and pain triggers (correct)
What action closes the foraminal space and compromises structures?
What action closes the foraminal space and compromises structures?
What should be assessed when performing seated or standing overpressure on the spine?
What should be assessed when performing seated or standing overpressure on the spine?
What is the recommended position for performing the test for pelvic rotation mobility?
What is the recommended position for performing the test for pelvic rotation mobility?
What type of movement is described by the analogy 'driving a bus'?
What type of movement is described by the analogy 'driving a bus'?
Which test involves the PT applying pressure on the apex of the sacrum while gently pushing down?
Which test involves the PT applying pressure on the apex of the sacrum while gently pushing down?
Why is the supine position preferred over prone for performing certain pelvic mobility tests?
Why is the supine position preferred over prone for performing certain pelvic mobility tests?
What is emphasized as crucial when assessing pelvic mobility?
What is emphasized as crucial when assessing pelvic mobility?
How is the 'springy sensation' described when testing pelvic mobility?
How is the 'springy sensation' described when testing pelvic mobility?
What is the purpose of using IF and THEN algorithms in lumbar and pelvis examination?
What is the purpose of using IF and THEN algorithms in lumbar and pelvis examination?
Which of the following is NOT considered a red flag indicating serious spinal pathology?
Which of the following is NOT considered a red flag indicating serious spinal pathology?
Which questionnaire is specifically used to assess fear avoidance beliefs related to back pain?
Which questionnaire is specifically used to assess fear avoidance beliefs related to back pain?
What does the FABQ stand for in the lumbar and pelvis examination context?
What does the FABQ stand for in the lumbar and pelvis examination context?
In the context of examining the lumbar spine, what does observing the patient's posture aim to achieve?
In the context of examining the lumbar spine, what does observing the patient's posture aim to achieve?
What is the main purpose of the IF and THEN algorithms in lumbar and pelvis examination?
What is the main purpose of the IF and THEN algorithms in lumbar and pelvis examination?
What muscle group should be assessed for length in a lumbar examination?
What muscle group should be assessed for length in a lumbar examination?
How is flexion tested in Passive Intervertebral Movements (PIVMS) during a lumbar examination?
How is flexion tested in Passive Intervertebral Movements (PIVMS) during a lumbar examination?
Which part of the spine is primarily involved in Central Posterior/Anterior mobilization during joint mobility testing in the lumbar region?
Which part of the spine is primarily involved in Central Posterior/Anterior mobilization during joint mobility testing in the lumbar region?
What is the purpose of performing Grades 1-2 joint mobilization in the lumbar region?
What is the purpose of performing Grades 1-2 joint mobilization in the lumbar region?
When conducting muscle length testing in a lumbar examination, where should palpation be done?
When conducting muscle length testing in a lumbar examination, where should palpation be done?
In a lumbar examination, what is the main difference between Grades 1-2 and Grades 3-4 joint mobilization?
In a lumbar examination, what is the main difference between Grades 1-2 and Grades 3-4 joint mobilization?
Which grade of joint mobilization involves high velocity, low amplitude beyond the available range?
Which grade of joint mobilization involves high velocity, low amplitude beyond the available range?
During a lumbar examination, which test should be saved for last or not performed at all due to the risk of nerve latency pain?
During a lumbar examination, which test should be saved for last or not performed at all due to the risk of nerve latency pain?
What is the purpose of formal observation in physical examination?
What is the purpose of formal observation in physical examination?
When examining posture, why is it important to view the patient from multiple angles?
When examining posture, why is it important to view the patient from multiple angles?
How can a protective list differ from scoliosis in terms of symptoms?
How can a protective list differ from scoliosis in terms of symptoms?
What distinguishes structural scoliosis from functional scoliosis?
What distinguishes structural scoliosis from functional scoliosis?
In the context of herniated disc location, why might a patient experience pain with left side bending?
In the context of herniated disc location, why might a patient experience pain with left side bending?
How does formal observation differ from natural observation in the context of physical examinations?
How does formal observation differ from natural observation in the context of physical examinations?
