Freda presents with persistent shoulder pain following rotator cuff repair surgery. The therapist considers using electrical stimulation for pain management. The patient has a history of mild hypertension controlled with medication and reports occasional muscle spasms in the surgical area. Which of the following would MOST likely require avoidance of electrical stimulation?

A) Metal anchors used during surgical fixation

B) Recent use of anti-hypertensive medication

C) Active muscle spasms near the surgical site

D) Impaired sensation over the affected shoulder

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Mohammad is documenting outcomes for a patient who has been treated for a venous ulcer. Which of the following improvements is the MOST significant to report?

A) The patient reports a decrease in pain from 6/10 to 2/10

B) The patient's walking distance has increased from 100 meters to 300 meters

C) The wound size has decreased from 6 cm² to 3 cm²

D) The patient's lower leg swelling has reduced by 50%

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Sweeney recently underwent a hysterectomy and requests to sit after ambulating a few feet. The patient reports dizziness and right lower extremity pain. On examination, her resting heart rate is 102 bpm, and she has significant swelling in her right lower leg. Which of the following should be assessed FIRST:

A) Walking distance before stopping

B) Pulse pressure

C) Deep calf tenderness

D) Dorsal pedal integrity

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Azaria is a 22-year-old swimmer with intermittent right shoulder pain who complains of a slipping sensation during overhead activities. Which of the following tests should be performed FIRST?

A) Apprehension test

B) Speed's test

C) Drop arm test

D) Load and shift test

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John reports dizziness and unsteadiness when walking, especially in busy environments or when turning his head quickly. He denies positional dizziness but struggles to read signs while walking. Examination reveals normal balance in static postures and no spontaneous nystagmus. Which test is MOST appropriate to assess the suspected deficit?

A) Dix-Hallpike maneuver

B) Head thrust test

C) Snellen Chart Reading while walking

D) Romberg test

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Before an evaluation, Arial is reviewing the patient's MRI report that describes sequestration at the L4 – L5 level. The intake form reveals sensory changes along the lateral calf, and dorsum of the foot. Which clinical finding is the most consistent with the medical record?

A) Impaired heel walking

B) Gastrocnemius and soleus atrophy

C) Extensor hallicus longus weakness

D) Saddle paraesthesia

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Samantha is an office worker who presents with pain and numbness in the right hand, particularly at night. On examination, there is decreased sensation along the palmar aspect of the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Which the of the following is the LEAST likely impaired:

A) Abductor pollicus brevis

B) Flexor pollicus longus

C) Opponens pollicus

D) 2nd Lumbrical

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Denise is six days post-abdominal surgery with a midline incision. The incision is well-approximated with slight redness but no drainage or dehiscence. She is concerned about safely participating in physical therapy. Which recommendation is MOST appropriate for this patient?

A) Avoid core exercises until 6 weeks post-op

B) Continue light activities and monitor for redness, swelling, or drainage

C) Apply heat to the incision before exercise to promote healing

D) Use high-compression abdominal binders during therapy

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