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Which muscle group is the therapist most likely strengthening to provide additional active lateral restraint to the knee joint?
Which muscle group is the therapist most likely strengthening to provide additional active lateral restraint to the knee joint?
If the therapist is using iontophoresis to attempt to dissolve a calcium deposit in the Achilles' tendon area, which medication is being administered?
If the therapist is using iontophoresis to attempt to dissolve a calcium deposit in the Achilles' tendon area, which medication is being administered?
Within the synovial cavity injury scenario, which structure is the therapist not concerned about due to the compromised structures?
Within the synovial cavity injury scenario, which structure is the therapist not concerned about due to the compromised structures?
If the therapist is ruling out ankle or foot dysfunction as the source of bilateral knee pain, what is the primary focus of examination?
If the therapist is ruling out ankle or foot dysfunction as the source of bilateral knee pain, what is the primary focus of examination?
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Which medication would NOT be appropriate for iontophoresis in attempting to dissolve a calcium deposit?
Which medication would NOT be appropriate for iontophoresis in attempting to dissolve a calcium deposit?
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Which muscle group provides the LEAST amount of active lateral restraint to the knee joint?
Which muscle group provides the LEAST amount of active lateral restraint to the knee joint?
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Which of the following bones is situated somewhat medially to the midline of the foot in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
Which of the following bones is situated somewhat medially to the midline of the foot in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
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In quiet standing, which of the following muscles surrounding the ankle joint is expected to be active?
In quiet standing, which of the following muscles surrounding the ankle joint is expected to be active?
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Which metatarsal heads bear more weight than the fourth and fifth metatarsal heads in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
Which metatarsal heads bear more weight than the fourth and fifth metatarsal heads in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
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What does the talus transmit to the rest of the bones of the foot in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
What does the talus transmit to the rest of the bones of the foot in a patient without foot or ankle problems in the standing position?
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In a patient with intermittent medial ankle pain, excessive lateral deviation of the talus head during palpation indicates that the subtalar joint is in what position?
In a patient with intermittent medial ankle pain, excessive lateral deviation of the talus head during palpation indicates that the subtalar joint is in what position?
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Which of the following structures is not part of the triangular fibrocartilage complex of the wrist?
Which of the following structures is not part of the triangular fibrocartilage complex of the wrist?
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What movement is typically observed in successfully turning the head while in a prone position with an erect head in typically developing children?
What movement is typically observed in successfully turning the head while in a prone position with an erect head in typically developing children?
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Which characteristic is observed in children with cerebral palsy according to the text?
Which characteristic is observed in children with cerebral palsy according to the text?
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Circling arm movements, finger spreading, and a poor repertoire of general movements are characteristic of which condition based on the text?
Circling arm movements, finger spreading, and a poor repertoire of general movements are characteristic of which condition based on the text?
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What is included in the movement repertoire of a human newborn according to the text?
What is included in the movement repertoire of a human newborn according to the text?
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Which movement is NOT correct for successful head turning in a prone position with an erect head in typically developing children?
Which movement is NOT correct for successful head turning in a prone position with an erect head in typically developing children?
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What is a common characteristic observed in children with cerebral palsy?
What is a common characteristic observed in children with cerebral palsy?
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Which hormone is likely to be affected in a patient with potential problems producing cortisol, androgens, and aldosterone?
Which hormone is likely to be affected in a patient with potential problems producing cortisol, androgens, and aldosterone?
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What could be a potential side effect of overdosing on a medication for a thyroid condition?
What could be a potential side effect of overdosing on a medication for a thyroid condition?
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Why should a patient using insulin injections before a therapy session avoid massaging the injection site?
Why should a patient using insulin injections before a therapy session avoid massaging the injection site?
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In patients with type 2 diabetes using metformin, why is it important to be cautious about herbal medications and OTC drugs?
In patients with type 2 diabetes using metformin, why is it important to be cautious about herbal medications and OTC drugs?
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What symptom is most indicative of a potential liver disease?
What symptom is most indicative of a potential liver disease?
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Why should a patient using insulin injections avoid massaging the injection site?
Why should a patient using insulin injections avoid massaging the injection site?
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Which phase of wound healing involves the formation of new blood vessels and collagen?
Which phase of wound healing involves the formation of new blood vessels and collagen?
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A patient taking tetracyclines for an infection should be most careful to:
A patient taking tetracyclines for an infection should be most careful to:
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Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the constant renewal of epidermal cells?
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the constant renewal of epidermal cells?
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Erythropoietin, a hormone required for the production of red blood cells, is primarily produced in the:
Erythropoietin, a hormone required for the production of red blood cells, is primarily produced in the:
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What abdominal organs does the thoracic cage protect?
What abdominal organs does the thoracic cage protect?
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A patient with lymphedema following breast cancer and reconstruction presenting with heaviness, itching, aching, and redness in her left upper extremity should have which examination?
A patient with lymphedema following breast cancer and reconstruction presenting with heaviness, itching, aching, and redness in her left upper extremity should have which examination?
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