CPMA Physical Therapy (PT) Practice Test

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• Postural drainage targets mucus clearance from which areas?
• What are examples of widely used outcome measures?
• Which statement best describes the difference between confirmed and suspected diagnoses?
• The PT differential diagnosis list may contain which types of diagnoses?
• Describe a typical progression for a strength training program for an older adult.
• Which statement is true about prognosis in listing diagnoses?
• The greater the magnitude of PT, medical, and psychosocial diagnoses, the worse which outcome?
• What is essential to document when showing progress in PT for Medicare?
• What is the difference between ROM, strength, and functional test measures?
• Which of the following is NOT a red flag in PT evaluation that requires referral?
• What is Product 2 of the PT-CPMS?
• Which of the following is a performance-based outcome measure used to assess strength?
• In direct access, which statement describes handling of red flags?
• What is a typical gait aid used for postoperative ambulation with limited weight bearing?
• Which practice helps stay current with third-party payer requirements?
• What does the 6-Minute Walk Test assess?
• Which condition is a contraindication to high-velocity cervical manipulation besides vertebral artery insufficiency?
• Which of the following are general errors that lead to diagnostic errors?
• The Mankoski Pain Scale anchors each level to what dimension?
• Which of the following is a common wound care principle used by physical therapists?
• Which label describes findings that are less connected to the patient's chief complaint and unrelated to the primary diagnosis?
• Product 1 (diagnosis) minimizes the risk for misdiagnosis by
• What are the two broad categories of non-PT diagnoses?
• What is the normal elbow flexion range of motion?
• During the examination, findings are evaluated for what relationships?
• Which statement best describes Process 2 Evaluation?
• Which factor is most directly tied to improving prognosis through intervention planning?
• Prognosis for body region is based on what characteristics?
• Which test is most sensitive for detecting cervical radiculopathy?
• The five elements of PT practice can be categorized into what?
• The PT-CISE concludes with which organizational area?
• In a PT evaluation, what is the purpose of listing a diagnosis as suspected?
• Process 2 (Evaluation) includes which of the following?
• Prognosis depends on several interdependent factors. Which set best describes these factors?
• Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS identifies what?
• Which of the following is an example of a direct intervention?
• Which impairment domain is listed for investigation and treatment?
• Which stakeholder group is primarily concerned with financial reimbursement and coverage decisions?
• In PT-CPMS labeling, which term describes findings most connected to the chief complaint?
• Which measure directly assesses active range of motion?
• What is the correct term for a diagnosis that has been verified by appropriate medical professionals using tests?
• When new findings are contrary to prior findings and conclusions, what must we do?
• During the examination, findings are evaluated for their relation to which factors?
• Which statement about the PT-CPMS is true?
• What MMT grade represents 'normal strength with maximum resistance'?
• In the PT-CISE, which testing domain is listed as part of the investigation of impairments?
• The symptom localization column of the PT-CISE contains what?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a method to list confirmed diagnoses?
• In PT-CISE, which area explicitly covers Symptom localization testing?
• What is the primary purpose of manual muscle testing in physical therapy?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• Which statement best describes concurrent findings?
• What term describes a diagnosis suspected based on historical and physical findings but not yet confirmed?
• Which statement best describes inspiratory muscle training?
• Provide an example of a SMART goal in physical therapy.
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• What is PY-CISE in relation to PT-CISE?
• A PT assistant accesses a patient's chart without authorization. This violates which practice?
• In PT terminology, impairment, functional limitation, and disability are defined as which of the following?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• Which of the following is NOT included in the investigation of impairments in the PT-CISE?
• What are the clinical uses for the Mankoski Pain Scale?
• Which of the following are contraindications to NMES?
• Diagnostic errors can arise when diagnoses are generated based on which cognitive factors?
• What is the role of physical therapy in post-total knee arthroplasty rehabilitation?
• The prognosis can be quite ambiguous specifically in terms of what?
• Which PT-CISE area focuses on task or sport-specific testing?
• What is the role of clinical decision making in physical therapy?
• The fifth process (outcome assessment) uses what during outcome assessment?
• Which CPT code is used for therapeutic activities?
• Which statement about the 6-Minute Walk Test order is true?
• Which statement best describes the management approach for nociceptive pain patterns?
• Process 4 of the PT-CPMS is?
• Which statement best differentiates nociceptive pain from neuropathic pain?
• Which CPT code is used for gait training?
• Which statement accurately matches the label with its description?
• Which of the following is a contraindication to NMES?
• In PT, what is the ethical obligation regarding patient consent?
• How would you screen for fall risk using a quick test?
• Which red flags in back pain require urgent medical evaluation?
• Which of the following statements about the PT differential diagnosis list is true?
• What is a common contraindication to cervical traction?
• What is the purpose of inspiratory muscle training?
• Which of the following is an example of neuromotor training for balance?
• Which of the following is a red flag in PT evaluation that requires referral?
• Which statement best describes the principle of evidence-based practice in physical therapy?
• What is the purpose of postural drainage in cardiopulmonary physical therapy?
• Which model was developed by Dr. John Krauss to organize tests and measures across PT education levels?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• What is the clinician's best estimate that the patient's goals for PT intervention will be met?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• Process 3 of the PT-CPMS focuses on what?
• How many processes are described in the PT CPMS?
• Which label describes findings that are a result of the primary diagnosis?
• Which of the following is an example of a treatment with delayed outcomes/impact?
• Which is the purpose of Medicare documentation?
• Which process number is associated with prognosis in the PT-CPMS?
• How should education contribute to fall prevention?
• What is the fifth and final process of the PT CPMS?
• Which method is used to locate the source of symptoms in a region?
• Ceiling effect in prognosis refers to which concept?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• Which CPT code is used for neuromuscular reeducation?
• Which of the following is a common impairment diagnosis included in Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS?
• Which imaging red flags require urgent evaluation in low back pain?
• The PT-CISE consists of 11 organizational areas. Which of the following is one of them?
• When selecting outcome measures and intervention focus, whose expectations should be considered?
• Which PT-CISE area includes Manual Muscle Testing (MMT)?
• Which statement about CPT coding and therapy documentation is true?
• Which statement best summarizes the approach described in Process 2?
• What is a fundamental safety principle when performing manual therapy?
• Process 1 of the PT-CPMS Model is:
• What does MCID stand for and why is it important in PT outcomes?
• Why is critical appraisal important in physical therapy practice?
• Medicare documentation continued care element?
• What is the function of range of motion exercises in orthopedic rehabilitation?
• Which is the key HIPAA principle for PT documentation?
• Which of the following are evaluation errors that lead to diagnostic errors?
• A typical progression for a strength training program for an older adult begins with which approach?
• How is outcome assessment characterized in the PT CPMS?
• Saddle anesthesia is a red flag indicating potential serious involvement that requires urgent referral. This statement is:
• The top portion of the PT-CISE model is comprised of a single column including which areas?
• Following the AROM, the PT-CISE Model splits into which two columns?
• Which stakeholder is primarily responsible for productivity and support systems in a PT clinic?
• Process 2 Evaluation approaches patient care from which perspective?
• What term describes the natural limit on the degree of recovery in prognosis?
• Which of the following is an example of an indirect intervention?
• When addressing referral source expectations, which action helps maintain alignment on progress?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of performance-based outcome measures?
• When applying TENS, which safety consideration is essential?
• Which statement best describes relationship between CPT coding and treatment planning in PT?
• The PT-CPMS promotes the following intervention practices:
• Which CPT code is typically used for therapeutic exercises?
• What are the four core components of a comprehensive PT examination?
• Prognosis for an individual intervention refers to what?
• The initial differential diagnosis list is generated during what?
• The sixth element of PT practice (outcome assessment) is used to check what?
• Prognosis for PT intervention includes which considerations?
• Process 1 of the PT-CPMS Model is organized into which framework?
• Which option is NOT listed as a way the PT can proceed when medical or psychosocial diagnoses are present or suspected?
• Which measure assesses passive range of motion?
• Which of the following is NOT an organizational area of PT-CISE?
• What is product 1 of the PT-CPMS?
• What MMT grade is described as 'palpable contraction with no movement'?
• Third party limitations and stipulations for reimbursement refer to which aspect?
• How can physical therapists address cultural and linguistic barriers in care?
• Which template was developed to facilitate PT-CISE use and cross-disciplinary communication?
• Which test is most specific for an anterior cruciate ligament rupture?
• Examples of indirect interventions include which of the following?
• Which CPT code is used for manual therapy?
• What may improve or diminish the patient prognosis?
• Which statement describes a functional outcome measure?
• Which ACSM guideline intensity range is commonly recommended for healthy adults' aerobic training?
• What is direct access in physical therapy and its implications?
• Which red flag is specifically indicative of cauda equina syndrome?
• Regarding intervention selection and sequencing, you should not assume what?
• What factors is prognosis for body region based on?
• Which of the following are examination errors that lead to diagnostic errors?
• Which core PT examination component provides a quick, overall screen of essential body systems such as cardiopulmonary and neuromuscular status?
• How should physical therapists determine progression of an acute injury care plan?
• Which of the following is NOT an indirect intervention?
• Process 1 of the PT-CPMS Model prepares students to perform what?
• Functional assessment in PT evaluation is best described as:
• Which of the following is a contraindication to high-velocity cervical manipulation?
• When medical or psychosocial diagnoses are present or suspected, the PT must decide what?
• When addressing patient expectations, which practice supports aligning therapy with the patient’s goals?
• Product 1 (diagnosis) of the PT-CPMS provides what?
• Process 3 of the PT-CPMS deals with which of the following?
• What are the stages of wound healing in order?
• Pain neuroscience education aims to achieve which of the following?
• What term describes a diagnosis confirmed by appropriate medical professionals using the appropriate medical tests and measures?
• Which technique involves manually exploring tissues for characteristics and tenderness?
• What is a typical care plan duration for acute musculoskeletal injuries in physical therapy?
• When is the initial differential diagnosis list defined?
• When addressing the PT's employer expectations, which step is primary to manage productivity?
• Process 2 Evaluation includes the selection and sequencing of tests and measures based on what?
• Which action best delineates PT and patient roles and responsibility in addressing expectations?
• Which of the following is an example of a treatment with immediate outcomes/impact?
• What MMT grade represents 'movement through full ROM against gravity'?
• What is an appropriate strategy when language barriers exist during physical therapy visits?
• Process 2 of the PT-CPMS is called what?
• What is the main purpose of outcome measures in PT practice?
• Regarding intervention selection and sequencing, you should identify what?
• Regarding the first treatment session, it should focus on what?
• If new findings support prior findings and conclusions, the end product is probably what?
• In Process 2 Evaluation, decisions to continue or modify an intervention are based on what?
• Which statement about pain neuroscience education best reflects its role in clinical practice?
• When addressing third-party payer expectations, which practice helps ensure compliance?
• During manual therapy, which action best promotes safety?
• When documenting prognosis, the short- and long-term goals of treatment should be set so that the prognosis for reaching them is what?
• Which prognosis/intervention error can lead to diagnostic errors?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of neuromotor training for balance?
• Which option is appropriate for listing suspected diagnoses?
• In evidence-based practice, which element ensures patient values influence care?
• Which of the following is included as an example of immediate outcomes/impact?