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Seina presents to physical therapy with lateral foot pain that began suddenly 2 days ago. The patient reports running and accidently stepping onto uneven pavement. The patient’s medical record includes multiple radiographs which show a noticeable fracture of the proximal fifth metatarsal. Which of the following pathologies is MOST likely present?     
A. Jones fracture  
B. March fracture  
C. LisFranc fracture 
D. Stress fracture
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Health & Fitness

Richard is a 75-year-old male patient being treated by physical therapy. In educating a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about managing exacerbations at home, what advice should the physical therapist emphasize as MOST important?

A. Use of an incentive spirometer every 2 hours while awake. 
B. Maintenance of a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. 
C. Participation in daily, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. 
D. Keeping the home environment well-ventilated and free of irritants.
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Respiratory Interventions

Vivek is being seen by physical therapy after recovering well from a stroke. The patient is refining gait during the autonomous stage of motor learning. Which activity is BEST to challenge their gait adaptability?
A. Walking backwards on a treadmill 
B. Navigating a cluttered hallway 
C. Stepping over obstacles at 6 inch heights 
D. Reciprocal pedaling on a stationary bike
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Stroke & Motor Learning

Henry presents with right-sided congestive heart failure and reports slight limitations in physical activity. The patient is comfortable at rest; however, ordinary physical activity results in fatigue, palpitation, or dyspnea. Based on this description, which of the following activities is the patient MOST likely able to do without exacerbating their symptoms?

A) Climbing two flights of stairs without stopping
B) Walking 3mph on a treadmill
C) Laying flat in Trendelenburg position
D) Running a short distance
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Right Congestive Heart Failure

Andrea is a 45-year-old patient presents to physical therapy with complaints of fluctuating muscle weakness, notably worsening toward the evening. The patient reports difficulty maintaining upward gaze and a history of transient diplopia. No sensory deficits were reported. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely?

A) Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
B) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
C) Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
D) Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
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Neurological Differential Diagnosis

A physical therapy clinic is planning to install a new wheelchair ramp that incorporates a switchback for space efficiency. According to ADA guidelines, what is the MINIMUM required landing size at the switchback to ensure compliance and safety?
A) 36 inches by 36 inches
B) 48 inches by 48 inches
C) 60 inches by 60 inches
D) 72 inches by 72 inches
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