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The brain of a person that had dementia is examined post-mortem. The report indicates that there was global atrophy of the cerebral cortex, neurofibrillary tangles of tau protein, and accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques. Which type of dementia is this MOST consistent with?

A new patient reports they sustained a concussion/mTBI during a blast injury while serving overseas. They reports symptoms of headache, dizziness, and some nausea when reading, turning their head, and walking in busy environments. Which examination tool would be BEST to objectively assess these complaints? 

You have been treating an athlete who sustained a concussion several weeks ago that continues to present with low energy level, memory problems due to “brain fog” and difficulty sleeping which impacts their performance at school. The concussion clinical profile that BEST fits this patient is which of the following?

You have been treating an athlete who sustained a concussion several weeks ago that continues to present with low energy level, memory problems due to “brain fog” and difficulty sleeping which impacts their performance at school. The concussion clinical profile that BEST fits this patient is which of the following?

A physical therapist is working with a patient that has late-stage multiple sclerosis in their own home when the patient suddenly becomes unresponsive. The patient is not wearing a valid DNR bracelet. After calling EMS, what would be the most appropriate next action for the physical therapist to take?

A physical therapist works with a patient who is in the initial stages of recovery post traumatic brain injury. Based on the typical synergy pattern experienced with upper motor neuron disorders, which of the following muscles would MOST likely be affected by spasticity?

An athlete is tackled during a football game and does not immediately get up. After several minutes, the athlete regains consciousness followed by immediate vomiting and slurred speech. The coach also notices that one pupil is larger than the other. What is the coach’s BEST next course of action?

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate example of dual tasking for an individual with TBI?

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate example of dual tasking for an individual with TBI?

A patient sustained a severe TBI in a fall 3 months ago. They present at wheelchair level totally dependent for all ADL’s and mobility tasks. They are alert for brief periods of time throughout the day. When alert, they can visually track a bright object, reach for an object intermittently to command, and turn their head to their name. They are not demonstrating signs of restlessness or agitation. Based on this information, the patient is MOST likely in which state of consciousness / Ranchos Level?