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Which of the following is the most likely cause of the patient's symptoms?
Which of the following is the most likely cause of the patient's symptoms?
- Spinal cord compression
- Peripheral nerve compression
- Nerve root compression (correct)
- Cauda equina compression
Which scenario would raise a red flag for the physical therapist?
Which scenario would raise a red flag for the physical therapist?
- A patient who is 2 days post-injury and reports intermittent pain
- A patient who is 2 days post-injury and reports constant pain
- A patient who had a traumatic onset and reports intermittent pain (correct)
- A patient who is 2 weeks post-injury and reports constant pain
What is the most likely cause of the patient's difficulty walking?
What is the most likely cause of the patient's difficulty walking?
- Peripheral nerve compression
- Nerve root compression (correct)
- Spinal cord compression
- Cauda equina compression
Which dermatome is affected in the patient?
Which dermatome is affected in the patient?
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Which of the following is NOT a likely symptom reported by the patient?
Which of the following is NOT a likely symptom reported by the patient?
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