A patient with a recent upper respiratory infection 3 days ago is being evaluated by a physical therapist.  The patient reports that the symptoms of the infection have been aggravated, and the patient now presents with pleuritic chest pain, productive cough, and a fever.  Which of the following groups of signs is also MOST likely present?

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Which of the following techniques will be MOST appropriate for the patient to utilize for independent pressure relief while sitting in the wheelchair?

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During examination, a patient is noted to have excessive anterior trunk leaning during the mid and terminal stance phases of gait.  Which of the following interventions will be MOST effective at eliminating the gait deviation?

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A patient with moderate Parkinson’s Disease is receiving gait training by a physical therapist to reduce fall risk.  Which of the following assistive devices would be MOST appropriate for this patient?

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A patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus has recently begun a course of physical therapy to address generalized lower extremity weakness.  While ambulating on a treadmill, the patient reports bilateral burning pain on the posterior aspect of the calf musculature that was not present at rest.  At the termination of the ambulation, the patient reports that the pain dissipates completely.  Upon further examination, which of the following signs is MOST likely to be present?

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Which of the following long-term goals is MOST appropriate for a patient with unilateral lower extremity lymphedema?

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When instructing a female patient in pelvic floor muscle training, which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate if inward movement of the perineal area is detected during pelvic floor muscle contraction?

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Failing the NPTE is a tough pill to swallow.  You'll find yourself bouncing around from grief to anger to denial as you navigate the grieving process.  

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