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A physical therapist is examining a patient with a history of thyroid disease and observes abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs. Which medical term best describes this finding?

A physical therapist is evaluating a patient referred by a primary care physician with a diagnosis of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. During the interview, the patient reports left-sided upper extremity symptoms radiating into the left hand, including pain, numbness, tingling, and sensations of coldness and clamminess. Which of the following statements best describes the most accurate approach for assessing first rib mobility?

Case study patient Kim: Kim presents to the physical therapy clinic with chronic left-sided headaches and upper neck pain. She reports that her symptoms are worsened by sitting at her desk for extended periods. Which of the following interventions would be the best combined evidence-based approach for this condition?

A 75-year-old male with osteoporosis and sarcopenia reports severe back pain and demonstrates forward flexed posture, decreased trunk strength, and fear of movement. Which physical therapy exercise recommendation is most appropriate for early rehabilitation?

Which of the following would be an absolute contraindication to performing the following treatment found below?

A 22-year-old male basketball player presents with excessive lower extremity valgus and difficulty maintaining optimal hip, knee, and pelvic positioning during jumping and landing. On assessment, he over-recruits his hip adductors and has poor awareness of deep core activation. The physical therapist aims to improve his proximal stability by training appropriate core sequencing and pelvic/hip neuromuscular control. Which intervention and cueing strategy most appropriately facilitates correct deep core sequencing?

Which of the following areas of the brain experience physiological changes when undergoing prolonged emotional stress?

A patient presents with right-sided low back pain radiating into the right lower extremity. The results of the special tests are as follows: Straight Leg Raise (SLR) negative, Crossed SLR negative, and Active SLR positive. Based on the validity of these tests, the therapist can confidently rule out which of the following diagnoses?

Which of the following is accurate regarding arthrokinematic motions at the temporomandibular (TMJ) joint?

A 28-year-old female sustains a severe electrical burn affecting the following areas: Anterior chest and abdomen Entire right and left upper arms Entire back The student PTA is asked to calculate the total body surface area (TBSA) burned using the Rule of Nines.  What is the most accurate TBSA percentage for this patient?