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What does 'wrap around pain' typically indicate?
What does 'wrap around pain' typically indicate?
- A rib issue (correct)
- A lung problem
- A spinal cord injury
- A muscular strain
If a patient reports sharp pain with each inhalation, what should be ruled out first?
If a patient reports sharp pain with each inhalation, what should be ruled out first?
- A lung issue (correct)
- A rib expansion issue
- A muscular strain
- A spinal cord injury
Which of the following is NOT a recommended observation when assessing a patient's musculoskeletal condition?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended observation when assessing a patient's musculoskeletal condition?
- Guarded motions or leaning
- Position of comfort and ease
- Level of sweating (correct)
- Pain and dependency behaviors
If a patient cannot elevate their ribs when breathing in, what does this suggest?
If a patient cannot elevate their ribs when breathing in, what does this suggest?
What is the purpose of observing a patient's position of comfort and ease?
What is the purpose of observing a patient's position of comfort and ease?
Which of the following behaviors may indicate pain and dependency?
Which of the following behaviors may indicate pain and dependency?
What is the primary reason for considering the shape of a patient's back when performing the spring test?
What is the primary reason for considering the shape of a patient's back when performing the spring test?
When should the spring test be performed in relation to the patient's breathing cycle?
When should the spring test be performed in relation to the patient's breathing cycle?
What potential complication is mentioned when performing the spring test?
What potential complication is mentioned when performing the spring test?
What factor needs to be considered when performing the spring test on a patient?
What factor needs to be considered when performing the spring test on a patient?
What should be done to ensure accurate spring testing?
What should be done to ensure accurate spring testing?
How should the spring test be performed initially when learning the technique?
How should the spring test be performed initially when learning the technique?
What is a potential indicator of a lack of wellbeing in the tissues?
What is a potential indicator of a lack of wellbeing in the tissues?
Which of the following is NOT a common region for lipomas to occur?
Which of the following is NOT a common region for lipomas to occur?
What is a potential indicator that a lipoma may be a liposarcoma (malignancy)?
What is a potential indicator that a lipoma may be a liposarcoma (malignancy)?
What should be done when palpating the supraspinous ligament?
What should be done when palpating the supraspinous ligament?
Which vertebral levels are mentioned as being easy to palpate the supraspinous ligament?
Which vertebral levels are mentioned as being easy to palpate the supraspinous ligament?
What is the primary indication of an unstable spinal segment?
What is the primary indication of an unstable spinal segment?
What is the primary purpose of assessing active range of motion (AROM) during a physical examination?
What is the primary purpose of assessing active range of motion (AROM) during a physical examination?
What is recommended when palpating the supraspinous ligament?
What is recommended when palpating the supraspinous ligament?
What is the primary concern with a patient using a posterior pelvic tilt during a forward bending test?
What is the primary concern with a patient using a posterior pelvic tilt during a forward bending test?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key sign of spinal instability during active movement testing?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key sign of spinal instability during active movement testing?
Why is it important to assess segmental range of motion rather than just total joint range of motion during active movement testing?
Why is it important to assess segmental range of motion rather than just total joint range of motion during active movement testing?
What is the primary purpose of observing for "trick movements" during active movement testing?
What is the primary purpose of observing for "trick movements" during active movement testing?
What is the primary purpose of the Valsalva Maneuver?
What is the primary purpose of the Valsalva Maneuver?
What is the positive sign that may be observed during the Valsalva Maneuver?
What is the positive sign that may be observed during the Valsalva Maneuver?
What is the patient instructed to do during the Valsalva Maneuver?
What is the patient instructed to do during the Valsalva Maneuver?
Why is the Valsalva Maneuver not typically performed for suspected disc herniation?
Why is the Valsalva Maneuver not typically performed for suspected disc herniation?
What types of pathologies may cause a positive Valsalva Maneuver result?
What types of pathologies may cause a positive Valsalva Maneuver result?
Why is the Valsalva Maneuver not typically performed routinely?
Why is the Valsalva Maneuver not typically performed routinely?
