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Foot: In the attached image, which of these labeled structures or bones identifies the navicular?          13-16.png 

Where is the CR directed for a trauma swimmer s lateral?

Which of the following would warrant immediate notification of a physician?

Situation: Patient is unable to be rotated for oblique ribs. The ER physician really needs another view of the ribs for visualization of the lateral aspect of the ribs. If the radiographer sets up the central ray and image receptor in a similar fashion to the image below, which ribs will be visualized? sternum.png

The following are all qualities of a trauma radiographer EXCEPT:

Foot: Which term describes the top or anterior surface of the foot?

You are beginning treatment with a patient who presents with scapular dyskinesis characterized by excessive anterior tilting and internal rotation of the scapula. Which of the following is the BEST initial intervention to address the underlying cause of their dysfunction?

A patient is 6 weeks post-op from a Type II SLAP repair. The PTA plans to begin strengthening.  Which of the following exercises is most appropriate at this stage?

A patient who underwent a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty is progressing into strengthening. The PTA is selecting exercises to improve functional elevation while minimizing joint stress. The patient demonstrates limited endurance and difficulty sustaining arm elevation.  Which of the following exercises is most appropriate?

A 45-year-old patient presents with shoulder pain during overhead reaching and reports difficulty performing activities such as placing dishes in cabinets. Examination reveals a painful arc between 70°–120° of elevation. Strength testing reveals mild weakness of the rotator cuff, and observation demonstrates decreased scapular upward rotation with early activation of the upper trapezius.  Which of the following interventions is most appropriate to address the contributing impairments?