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What does a grade of 1+ on the Deep Tendon Reflex scale indicate?
What is the main function of the optic nerve?
During which test would a patient be asked to identify odors with their eyes closed?
What is the response for a hyperactive reflex with clonus graded as?
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What action assesses the function of the trigeminal nerve?
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Which cranial nerve is associated with balance and hearing?
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What test involves having a patient say 'ahh' to assess which cranial nerve?
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Which cranial nerve allows for eye movement and is assessed through peripheral vision tests?
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How is the Quick DASH Score calculated?
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What should be done if more than one item is unanswered in the Quick DASH scoring?
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Which muscle can be palpated by maneuvering the relaxed upper extremity in side-lying position?
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Where should you palpate to check the Infraspinatus?
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Which muscle's tendon is associated with the acromion process?
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What is the distance measured in the arm's rotational lack test?
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In which position is the Teres Minor muscle palpated?
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Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the rotator cuff group?
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What does the abbreviation 'MS' stand for in a medical context?
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Which of the following abbreviations indicates a medical condition related to the heart?
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What does the abbreviation 'NKA' signify?
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In the context of physical therapy, what does 'PROM' stand for?
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Which of the following abbreviations refers to a type of exercise used in rehabilitation?
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What does the abbreviation 'WBAT' mean in a clinical setting?
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Which abbreviation refers to an exercise specifically for the knee?
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What does 'NWB' indicate regarding a patient's mobility status?
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What does the abbreviation 'PFT' stand for in pulmonary medicine?
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Which abbreviation signifies a common noninsulin-dependent diabetes condition?
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Which of the following does 'PEEP' refer to in a medical context?
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What is indicated by the abbreviation 'RA' in a medical context?
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What does 'Rx' signify in medical documentation?
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Which of the following is indicated by the abbreviation 'PVC'?
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Which movement is associated with the capsular tightness in the posterior capsule?
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What is the normal range of motion for shoulder elevation?
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Which of the following muscles contributes to shoulder abduction?
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To facilitate shoulder internal rotation, what is the humeral head expected to do?
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Which nerve root is associated with the latissimus dorsi muscle?
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During upward scapular rotation, which two muscles work together?
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What is the expected arthrokinematic motion to facilitate shoulder elevation?
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Which condition is associated with a hard capsular end-feel during shoulder movement?
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What movement restriction is linked to the anterior capsule of the shoulder?
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Which nerve is primarily responsible for the sensation in the lateral forearm?
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What is the normal total range of motion for internal and external rotation combined in the shoulder?
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Which force couple is responsible for shoulder elevation?
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Which condition would be indicated by night pain and a weak rotator cuff during assessment?
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What is indicated by a positive Belly Press or Napoleon Sign test?
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What is the primary purpose of the Bear-Hug test?
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Which test is used to confirm shoulder impingement?
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What is the interpretation of a positive Hawkins/Kennedy Test?
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What finding is observed during a positive Sulcus Sign test?
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What does a positive Jerk Test indicate?
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What is the main focus of Neer’s Test?
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When performing the Apprehension Test, what is the expected response from the client if the test is positive?
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What range of sensitivity is reported for the Bear-Hug Test?
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In the context of the Hawkins/Kennedy Test, what does a specificity of 25%–66% suggest?
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Study Notes
Abbreviations and Medical Terminology
- aureus: A genus of bacteria, commonly referring to Staphylococcus aureus, known for causing infections.
- MS: Stands for multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease affecting the central nervous system.
- MTrP: Myofascial trigger point, a hyperirritable spot in skeletal muscle.
- MTP: Refers to metatarsal phalangeal joints in the foot.
- MVA: Abbreviation for motor vehicle accident.
- MWD: Microwave diathermy, a therapeutic technique using microwave energy for heating tissues.
- n/a: Not applicable in a clinical context.
- N + V: Indicates nausea and vomiting, common symptoms in various conditions.
- NAD: No acute distress, a finding during clinical assessment.
- NCV: Nerve conduction velocity, a test for measuring the speed of electrical signals through nerves.
- ng: Stands for nasogastric, referring to a tube passing through the nose into the stomach.
- NIDDM: Noninsulin dependent diabetes mellitus, also known as Type 2 diabetes.
- NKA: No known allergies, an important part of medical history.
- NKDA: No known drug allergies, relevant for safe medication administration.
- NPO: Nothing by mouth, indicating dietary restrictions before procedures.
- NSAID: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, common pain relievers.
- NSR: Normal sinus rhythm, a regular heart rhythm.
- NWB: Non-weight bearing, a guideline following an injury or surgery.
- PE: Pulmonary embolus, a blockage in a pulmonary artery, often from a blood clot.
- POD: Post-operative day, used to indicate the day after a surgical procedure.
- SOAP: Subjective, objective, assessment, plan format for medical documentation.
Shoulder Anatomy
- Muscles: Includes the supraspinatus, infracapularis, and teres major, essential for arm movements.
- Brachial Plexus: A network of nerves crucial for upper limb function.
- Coracoacromial and Coracohumeral Ligaments: Important stabilizing structures in the shoulder joint.
- Clavicle: Connects the arm to the body, articulating with the acromion process.
Medical Red Flags
- Pericarditis: Characterized by sharp chest pain and systemic signs like fever and tachycardia.
- Cardiac Ischemia: Symptoms can include chest pain radiating to the neck, jaw, and left arm, along with hypertension.
- Pulmonary Pathology: Symptoms may include shoulder pain alongside respiratory distress, indicating serious conditions.
Clinical Assessments
- Shoulder Pain & Disability Index (SPADI): Measures pain severity and disability related to shoulder conditions.
- Deep Tendon Reflexes: Scored from 0 (absent) to 4 (hyperactive), indicating neurological function.
- Cranial Nerves Assessment: Evaluates sensory and motor functions through standardized tests.
Functional and Movement Assessment
- Range of Motion (ROM): Key indicator of shoulder function, assessed through rotational lack tests to measure flexibility.
Treatment Techniques
- TENS: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, used for pain relief.
- PROM: Passive range of motion exercises, important in rehabilitation.
- Therapeutic Exercise: Essential in recovery and improvement of function.
Palpation Techniques
- Rotator Cuff Muscles: Specific techniques for palpating each muscle to assess tenderness and dysfunction, crucial in orthopedic evaluations.
Referral Patterns
- Muscle Pain Referral: Understanding how pain patterns can indicate issues in different structures, such as the supraspinatus referring pain to the shoulder and neck areas.### Apley Scratch Test
- Comprises three components to screen shoulder mobility:
- Hand to opposite shoulder
- Hand behind back to opposite scapula
- Hand behind back to inferior angle of opposite scapula
Capsular Patterns
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Posterior capsule:
- Restrictions include decreased horizontal adduction, internal rotation, and end-range flexion
- Results in weak external rotation and poor scapular stability
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Posterior-inferior capsule:
- Decreased elevation, internal rotation, and horizontal adduction
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Posterior-superior capsule:
- Decreased internal rotation
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Anterior-superior capsule:
- Decreased end-range flexion, extension, external rotation, and horizontal abduction
- Associated with weak rotator cuff and night pain
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Anterior capsule:
- Decreased abduction, extension, external rotation, and horizontal adduction
Osteokinematics of the Shoulder
- Normal range of motion for shoulder elevation is 165°–170° with 55°–70° in maximal abduction and external rotation
- Abduction involves elastic end-feel, and abnormal conditions may result in hard capsular feel indicating frozen shoulder
- Scapulohumeral rhythm is characterized by a 2:1 ratio (120° from humerus: 60° from scapula)
Arthrokinematics for Shoulder Mobilization
- Humeral head mechanics during different movements:
- Elevation: Spins posteriorly
- Abduction: Rolls superiorly and glides inferiorly
- Internal rotation: Rolls posteriorly and glides anteriorly
- External rotation: Rolls anteriorly and glides posteriorly
Strength & Function: Force Couples of the Shoulder
- Elevation requires trapezius, rhomboid, and serratus anterior
- Upward rotation involves upper/lower trapezius and serratus anterior
- Abduction involves supraspinatus, subscapularis, and deltoid
- Stabilization of the humeral head is ensured by rotator cuff and long head of biceps
Neuromuscular Relationships of the Cervical Spine
- C3–T1 nerve roots supplying muscles and functions:
- Weakness and sensory deficits are assessed in various muscle groups via specific nerve roots
- C5–6 roots are significant for shoulder musculature, including rotator cuff muscles
Brachial Plexus: Roots, Muscles, & Function
- Key nerves and associated muscles include:
- Radial nerve: Weakness in wrist/finger extension; affects grip
- Median nerve: Weakness in wrist flexion and thumb movements
- Ulnar nerve: Weakness in finger abduction/adduction
Special Tests for Shoulder Conditions
- Belly Press Test: Assesses subscapularis; positive test indicates weakness and pain during internal rotation.
- Bear-Hug Test: Evaluates subscapularis strength by resisting internal rotation; positive if unable to hold.
- Hawkins/Kennedy Test: Tests for impingement by placing shoulder in a flexed and internally rotated position; positive result is pain.
- Neer’s Test: Assesses shoulder impingement; positive result is pain with full shoulder flexion.
- Sulcus Sign: Tests for inferior instability; positive if gap at shoulder joint exceeds one finger width.
- Apprehension Test: Evaluates anterior stability; positive if client shows apprehension or pain with external rotation.
Summary of Testing
- Sensitivity and specificity values are documented for various tests, aiding in diagnosis of shoulder issues and evaluating integrity of specific muscles and structures.
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