Blog

An 80-year-old man presents with urinary urgency, nocturia, and difficulty initiating urination. These symptoms are most commonly associated with which of the following age-related conditions?

A physical therapist is evaluating a 76-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with sarcopenia. She has decreased muscle mass, strength, and power, which has resulted in mobility limitations. Which of the following best describes why this patient may be at an increased risk for falls? 

Which of the following is a common cause of small bowel bleeding in older adults? 

Which of the following non-pharmacological approaches is most effective in supporting individuals with dementia in retaining information? 

Overwhelming evidence exists to support the role of Blood Flow Restriction as a key therapeutic modality for increasing thigh girth and hypertrophy of the quadriceps muscles following ACL reconstruction.

Which of the following is the most common form of dementia in older adults? 

A 65-year-old male presents to physical therapy reporting genitourinary issues. He describes having frequent urges to urinate, a feeling that his bladder is never fully empty, and forceful urination with occasional dribbling before he can remove his incontinence brief. He is currently taking an alpha blocker medication- Tamsulosin for this issue. The patient denies any pain with urination or recent urinary tract infections but mentions that these symptoms have been gradually worsening over the past several months.  Which type of urinary incontinence is this patient most likely experiencing? 

What anchors thin filaments?

A 78-year-old female presents to physical therapy with a history of unintentional weight loss, decreased muscle mass, and weakness over the last 6 months. She is categorized as frail according to her primary care physician and demonstrates difficulty completing basic activities of daily living (ADLs). The patient reports she is sedentary and has multiple chronic conditions, including hypertension, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis. Her medications include a diuretic, calcium supplements, and a beta-blocker. She also mentions that she experiences occasional dizziness when standing. The therapist wants to address her frailty and improve her overall functional status.  What is the most appropriate exercise prescription for this patient? 

Which statement represents a common protocol for using Blood Flow Restriction for therapeutic intervention?