MedScreening Exam 1 (DPT1SpB) Practice Test

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• In a patient with back pain and fever, what two steps should the PT take before continuing treatment?
• Which component is NOT a required part of a concise triage note accompanying a red-flag referral?
• Which symptom is most concerning for cancer risk in back or neck pain and would warrant urgent referral?
• Differentiate angina from musculoskeletal chest pain with two contrasting features.
• Uric acid crystals deposit in which tissues in gout?
• Identify the triad of red flags in neck or back pain that require urgent referral.
• What constitutional symptoms should prompt medical screening in a patient with MSK complaints?
• When should a clinician 'stop' treatment due to red flags?
• Intermittent vascular claudication is best described as which of the following?
• Pain from the stomach is referred to which region of the spine?
• Which finding would indicate urgent referral due to abdominal concerns in musculoskeletal patients?
• What is the primary purpose of the Ottawa Rules in musculoskeletal imaging?
• Which of the following is NOT a deposition site for uric acid crystals in gout?
• Which laboratory test is commonly used in the evaluation of suspected ankylosing spondylitis?
• Which of the following is NOT a red flag in chest pain requiring urgent evaluation?
• Which feature is most worrisome in the ABCDE criteria for melanoma?
• What two risk factors increase the likelihood of vertebral compression fracture in older adults?
• Which of the following best describes the two unilateral leg findings that should trigger referral for suspected DVT in PT screening?
• Which cancer-related bone pain pattern should prompt referral?
• Why is it important to obtain a complete medication history during screening?
• Which ESR/CRP pattern is suggestive of active inflammatory arthritis compared with osteoarthritis?
• What is a safe approach if a patient reports new swelling, warmth, and severe pain in a limb while in PT?
• When infection is suspected in a PT setting, which precautions should be implemented?
• Which combination of signs is commonly associated with cancer warning signs in older adults?
• Which tissue is NOT a typical site for uric acid crystal deposition?
• Which element is essential in documenting red flags observed during a session?
• How many general red flags are listed?
• Which are the most common sites of osteoarthritis?
• What essential elements should be documented when recording red flags?
• Which signs indicate hypoglycemia during a therapy session?
• What is the purpose of the PAR-Q+ in preparticipation screening?
• Pain from the gallbladder is often referred to to which structures?
• What is the role of interprofessional communication when red flags are identified during screening?
• Which symptom best indicates diabetic distal symmetric neuropathy in a patient seeking physical therapy?
• How should a red-flag incident be documented in the patient's file?
• Which joint pattern is typical of rheumatoid arthritis?
• C reactive protein (CRP) is a biomarker associated with OA. Which option describes an OA biomarker?
• Why is patient confidentiality critical in screening and documentation?
• Which action is least appropriate when red flags are present during PT evaluation?
• Which tissue is NOT a typical site for uric acid crystal deposition?
• In the ABCDE rule for pigmented skin lesions, which feature is most worrisome for melanoma?
• What resting SpO2 level typically prompts referral before starting PT?
• Which finding is most indicative of septic arthritis requiring urgent referral?
• What is the purpose of monitoring vitals in a patient with back pain and fever during triage?
• Identify two red flags associated with abdominal aortic aneurysm in patients with back or abdominal pain.
• Which cervical spine joints are most commonly affected by rheumatoid arthritis?
• When documenting red flags in triage, which detail should be included?
• Kehr's sign is a clinical finding indicating diaphragmatic irritation with referred pain to which area?
• Which sign combination best suggests a renal origin for flank or groin pain?
• Which finding indicates imaging consideration if back pain does not improve after conservative management for several weeks?
• What is the correct approach to documentation when red flags are noted?
• To screen for diabetic neuropathy, which question is most informative to ask during intake?
• Which signs are a red flag that systemic illness may mimic musculoskeletal pain and require medical contact?
• How does chronic systemic corticosteroid use influence physical therapy management?
• Which of the following is a typical sign of ankylosing spondylitis?
• Pain from a hollow viscus is often referred to which areas and is more intense with peritoneal involvement?
• Which of the following best describes colicky pain?
• Which statement best describes the pathophysiology of gout?
• Which pairing correctly matches an organ to its typical referred spinal level?
• Which two features suggest inflammatory back pain rather than mechanical back pain?
• Name two vital-sign thresholds that would contraindicate initiating or continuing exercise in a hypertensive patient.
• Systemic joint pain with fatigue should raise suspicion for which triad?
• Pain from the lungs is referred to which spinal levels?
• What is the role of red flags in decision making about referrals?
• Which option is NOT recommended when back pain and fever are present?
• Which condition is identified as a red flag indicating potential cauda equina syndrome?
• Which statement about the onset of inflammatory back pain is true?
• Which term best defines hyperuricemia?
• What does resting tachycardia (HR >100 bpm) commonly suggest in the screening context?
• Which of the following is an OA risk factor?
• Visceral pain is characterized by which of the following?
• Grade 3 OA radiographic features are:
• Why is medication reconciliation important in screening for PT?
• Which scenario requires stopping a PT session immediately due to safety concerns: onset of chest pain with diaphoresis and hemodynamic instability; or something else?
• Referred pain from visceral organs is best described as which?
• In a patient with sudden dyspnea, which combination of risk factors would most strongly increase suspicion for pulmonary embolism?
• In inflammatory pain involving the peritoneum, which is harder to localize?
• What red flags raise concern for spinal infection or tumor in a patient with back pain?
• If red flags are identified before starting a PT session, what is the recommended action?
• Which criterion is NOT part of the Ottawa Ankle Rules for obtaining ankle radiographs after an acute injury?
• What signs suggest a spinal tumor in a patient with back pain?
• Pain from the small intestine is referred to which regions?
• Which symptom best describes intermittent claudication?
• Pancreas pain is referred to which spinal levels?
• Heart pain is segmentally innervated by which spinal levels?
• What general safety principles guide initiating exercise in a patient with red flags?
• How should you handle a patient who presents with signs of a systemic illness but wants to continue PT?
• Which descriptors are associated with vascular disorders?
• What is the normal adult resting respiratory rate and what deviations are concerning?
• Which sequence best describes gout onset?
• Which statement best describes osteoarthritis pain?
• Which two lab values could you monitor to help triage inflammatory or infectious causes remotely?
• Pain from the lungs and bronchi is often referred to which structures?
• Visceral innervation involves which type of innervation?
• Which symptom should trigger a medical clearance discussion for TB before initiating PT?
• Which statement best describes inflammatory pain?
• Name two abdominal/pelvic red flags that would prompt urgent referral in a patient with MSK symptoms.
• Pain from the heart is often referred to which structures?
• Which statement best differentiates musculoskeletal chest pain from other causes?
• Identify the triad of red flags in chest pain that require urgent medical evaluation.
• Identify the triad of red flags in abdominal pain that require immediate referral.
• HLA-B27 is a gene associated with the occurrence of which condition?
• Why is fever and back pain concerning in a patient on chemotherapy or with HIV?
• A patient presents with fever and guarding in the abdomen. What is the most appropriate action?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a gout risk factor?
• Which statement best describes OA grade 4 features?
• Which statement best summarizes the full list of gout risk factors?
• Which adolescent hip symptom would prompt urgent referral for suspected slipped capital femoral epiphysis?
• Which scenario would prompt imaging for back pain due to infection risk?
• In ankylosing spondylitis, night pain is most common during which portion of the night?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with cervical myelopathy?
• How do red flags influence the selection of outcome measures in PT?
• Which finding would most strongly indicate urgent imaging for back pain due to infection?
• Which statement best describes visceral pain patterns?
• Which scenario would prompt imaging for back pain despite conservative management due to neurologic compromise?
• What does the FAST exam assess in suspected stroke?
• Which symptom is associated with atlantoaxial subluxation in rheumatoid arthritis?
• Referred pain that is well localized most likely originates from which tissue type?
• Which spinal levels correspond to referred pain from gallbladder and liver?
• How should new, persistent lymphadenopathy be handled in physical therapy?
• Crepitus is best described as:
• How should osteoporosis risk inform postural and loading strategies in PT?
• Which headache presentation requires urgent evaluation to rule out meningitis or hemorrhage?
• For fracture risk in older adults on osteoporosis or glucocorticoid therapy, which two signs should prompt urgent referral?
• In stroke evaluation, what action should be taken if FAST results are positive?
• Which statement correctly reflects infection control practice when infection is suspected?
• How should osteoporosis influence physical therapy treatment planning?
• Grade 4 OA radiographic features are:
• Which signs would prompt evaluation for spinal infection (osteomyelitis or discitis) in a patient with back pain?
• Which region is listed as a site of referred pain alongside the spine and shoulder?
• Which condition is an example of non-inflammatory joint pain?
• What are two pregnancy-related red flags that require urgent medical evaluation?
• Which of the following would NOT be considered a red flag requiring urgent referral?
• Which of the following is a common red flag symptom?
• Kehr's sign is associated with which condition?
• Ankylosing spondylitis typically starts at the sacroiliac joints in males; in women it usually begins in which joints?
• Which statement best distinguishes ischemic pain from inflammatory pain?
• Which two anticoagulants require special precautions during physical therapy due to increased bleeding risk?
• What term describes an elevated level of uric acid in the blood?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for gout?
• Which locations are listed as other common referred pain areas?
• Which statement correctly describes tachypnea and bradypnea?
• Which of the following is NOT a common red flag symptom listed?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a gout risk factor?
• Spondyloarthropathies are best described as:
• In gout, high uric acid in serum leads to deposition of uric acid crystals in which sites?
• Pain from the liver is often referred to to which structures?
• Which sign is most indicative of cauda equina syndrome requiring urgent referral?
• Deep somatic pain is typically described as which of the following?
• Pain from the stomach is referred to which spinal levels?
• What is the pathophysiology of cervical myelopathy in rheumatoid arthritis?
• Which infection control precautions should be followed when infection is suspected in physical therapy practice?
• During physical therapy, actions for a patient with uncontrolled hypertension should include which of the following?
• Diseases of the abdomen/pelvis more commonly refer to which region?
• Which statement is true regarding rheumatoid arthritis hand joint involvement?
• Which presentation suggests a deep vein thrombosis in the leg?
• Schober's test is used primarily to assess flexibility in which condition?
• Which item is considered a lifestyle-related gout risk factor?
• What two dermatologic red flags require urgent evaluation?
• Which mechanism best describes referred pain due to shared neural pathways?
• Malaise is defined as which of the following?
• For an older adult presenting with new musculoskeletal pain after minor trauma, which two signs indicate fracture risk?
• For a patient with musculoskeletal symptoms, which two red flags for infection would prompt urgent medical evaluation?
• Gout typically presents as which pattern?
• Atlantoaxial instability in rheumatoid arthritis can lead to which serious complication?
• Which term describes a subjective complaint reported by the patient?
• Which factor most commonly increases fall risk in older adults?
• Which conditions often refer pain to the shoulder?
• Somatic pain is characterized by which pattern?
• Which condition is an example of non-inflammatory systemic joint pain?
• Name two pregnancy-related red flags that require evaluation.
• Which factor is listed as an OA risk factor related to joint history?
• Which set lists warning signals suggesting acute coronary syndrome in a patient with chest pain?
• Which factor is associated with triggering systemic lupus erythematosus flares?
• In pediatric red flags, which finding necessitates urgent referral?
• In a patient with back or neck pain, which two red flags strongly suggest cancer and require urgent referral?
• Define the threshold for stage 2 hypertension and its relevance to PT.
• Which statement about safety planning and red flags is true?
• Which two signs indicate cauda equina syndrome requiring urgent referral?
• What is the primary purpose of medical screening in physical therapy practice?
• Which feature is most characteristic and would prompt urgent referral for slipped capital femoral epiphysis?
• Which two differential diagnoses should you consider with persistent night pain beyond purely musculoskeletal causes?
• STOP-BANG screens for obstructive sleep apnea risk; what does a higher score indicate?
• Which descriptors are typical of visceral pain in early and middle stages?
• Which symptom is a classic cancer red flag in MSK pain?
• Which descriptors are associated with neurological disorders?
• How should septic joint or osteomyelitis be managed in PT practice?
• What is the primary purpose of medical screening before initiating physical therapy?
• How can sleep disorders impact PT outcomes and screening?
• Besides the first metatarsophalangeal joint, which joints are commonly affected by gout?
• When red flags are identified in triage documentation, which elements should be included?
• Which statement best describes OA risk factors?
• For low back pain in screening, imaging is generally indicated in which scenario?
• Which of the following would be considered a cancer-related red flag warranting urgent referral?
• What term describes elevated uric acid in the serum?
• Which two clinical features would prompt referral for possible spinal epidural abscess?
• Which condition is a classic example of inflammatory pain?
• Which symptom is a red flag in neck or back pain requiring urgent referral?
• What is defined as objective evidence of disease acquired through testing?
• Pain in the upper quadrant with activity is characteristic of which condition?
• Which of the following is NOT a commonly screened geriatric fall risk factor?
• Imaging for low back pain should be considered when which conditions or findings are present?
• Which type of nerve fiber transmits deep somatic pain?
• What are two red flags for pediatric patients that would require urgent medical referral?
• What kind of summary note should accompany a red-flag referral in a PT practice?
• Common innervation of the heart that often causes referred pain refers to which structures?
• Which criterion is NOT part of the Ottawa Knee Rule for obtaining knee radiographs after an acute injury?
• Which pattern distinguishes inflammatory arthritis from osteoarthritis in laboratory testing?
• Which statement best describes ischemic pain?
• Enthesitis is inflammation of attachments of ligaments, tendons, and capsules; what is a common consequence?
• Why must physical therapists exercise caution with patients who are taking anticoagulants?
• What are the most common locations of referred pain?
• What cancer warning signs are particularly relevant for older adults?
• Which of the following are red flags that create the need for screening?
• Why are immunosuppressed patients considered high risk in PT screening?
• Which two infection control measures are essential in a PT clinic when infection concerns arise?
• Grade 2 OA radiographic features are:
• A resting SpO2 value of 92% should typically prompt referral before starting PT. Is this statement true or false?
• Neuropathic pain is defined as pain due to what, and is commonly seen with which conditions?
• How can you differentiate red flags from mechanical pain during assessment?
• Which finding would be considered a red flag requiring immediate action due to potential neurological involvement?
• What pregnancy-related PT considerations should be observed?
• Which symptom pattern is most concerning for metastatic bone disease and warrants referral?
• Which feature is associated with the pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis?
• Which combination of signs suggests peripheral arterial disease warranting referral?
• Which signs indicate hyperglycemia during a therapy session?
• What is the appropriate action if a patient in physical therapy reports fever or systemic symptoms?
• Which statement best defines a sign?
• Pain of a hollow viscus could be caused by which of the following conditions?
• In osteoporosis risk management, which combination best describes the recommended PT strategy?
• Name four medication categories that commonly impact PT safety.
• Which of the following is a metabolic change-based OA risk factor?
• Which of the following is a risk factor for OA related to activity?
• If a patient presents with contagious symptoms, what is the recommended action in a PT clinic?
• In the context of pain with activity, what does lag time describe?
• Provide two chest-pain red flags requiring immediate medical evaluation.
• Name two signs that would raise suspicion for pulmonary embolism in a patient with sudden dyspnea.
• Which is a pediatric red flag for MSK conditions?
• Which statement about STOP-BANG is true?
• Which pattern is typical of neuropathic pain?