The NPTE Podcast
Hosted by NPTE expert Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS, this is The NPTE Podcast, here to make sure you have the best and most up-to-date information to crush the NPTE! We all know that the NPTE is one of the biggest hurdles you'll face as you start your PT career, and we're here to help you get the tips, strategies, motivation, and knowledge you need to study like a boss and start your awesome career as a physical therapist.
When selecting a compression bandage system for a patient with lymphedema, which characteristics will be MOST appropriate for edema reduction?
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors!
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A patient with a T4 complete spinal cord injury exhibits complications associated with urge incontinence. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of the patient's aforementioned condition?
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In this podcast, we examine a case about the GI system and how to manage interventions with a patient with colon cancer.
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A 38-year-old female complains of a recent onset of increased fatigue and muscle weakness. She also reports feeling very cold most of the time and states that she has gained 15 pounds in the last 2 months without changing her diet or exercise routine. There is also noticeable atrophy of her shoulder and gluteal musculature. Based on the clinical findings, which of the following diagnoses is MOST likely present?
- Addison’s disease
- Cushing’s syndrome
- Graves’ disease
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
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A patient is referred to physical therapy due to generalized weakness. The patient is diagnosed with AIDS. During the initial session, the physical therapist notices signs of Kaposi's sarcoma during the visual inspection. Which of the following groups of clinical manifestations is MOST likely present with this type of skin cancer?
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A home health physical therapist is treating an 11-year-old female diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. The therapist finds crackles in the patient’s bilateral upper anterior lobes. Which of the following interventions would be the MOST appropriate to mobilize the patient’s secretions?
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A physical therapist in a skilled nursing facility is evaluating a patient admitted after suffering a left-sided middle cerebral artery stroke. After assisting the patient from supine to seated at the edge of the bed, the physical therapist observes the patient's postural alignment and static sitting balance. Which of the following postures is the physical therapist MOST likely to observe?
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A physical therapist is treating a patient following an Achilles tendon rupture reconstruction with a post-operative period of 3 weeks. Which of the following is the BEST intervention to expedite healing?
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Do you struggle with confidence on the NPTE? Do you wish that you had a way to break through that mental barrier?
In this episode, I talk about how to break down the mental walls that hold us back so that you can succeed on the exam and crush the NPTE!
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A 56-year-old patient is being evaluated by a physical therapist. The patient complains of low back pain that is aggravated when the patient has been walking for more than 5 minutes. The physical therapist chooses a plan of care which includes a combination of manual therapy and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulations (TENS) to the lumbar region. Which of the following conditions is NOT a contraindication for TENS therapy?
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Do you know the difference between primary and secondary lymphedema? Do you know the stages of lymphedema?
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A physical therapist is treating a patient with a primary diagnosis of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which of the following catheter care techniques is LEAST appropriate in minimizing risk of reinfection?
- Change drainage bag at routine, fixed intervals
- Keep the catheter and collecting tube free of kinking
- Maintain unobstructed urine flow
- Place the collecting bag below the level of the bladder
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A 66-year-old male patient is referred to physical therapy for low back pain that has been exacerbated over the past 7 days. The patient describes the pain as deep and boring in the mid lumbar region. The patient has an ankle-brachial index of 0.8 and reports that his lower extremities have been “colder than usual.” Additional examination is LEAST likely to display which of the following signs or symptoms?
- Bounding pulse in lower extremities
- Pain radiating to the chest and scapulae
- Pain unrelieved with positional changes
- Pulsating abdominal mass
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A 78-year-old patient is being examined by a physical therapist in an outpatient setting. The patient’s primary complaints include bilateral hand arthralgia, generalized muscle weakness, and excessive fatigue. In addition, the patient reports sensory loss bilaterally in a stocking “gaiter” distribution. The patient also reports passing several large kidney stones in the last 3 weeks. Based on this patent’s presentation, which of the following additional signs or symptoms would MOST likely be present?
- Dry, scaly skin
- Muscular tetany
- Respiratory muscle spasms
- Vertebral compression fractures
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This podcast episode is for PTA's only! I've put the settings to "spontaneous combustion" for anyone else that attempts to listen to this super-special episode.
In this episode, we talk all about the PTA exam and how to crush it!
In this episode, I talk about the key facts that accompany a fail on the NPTE.
A failed NPTE attempt can be devastating, and I go through some of the key things you need to know regarding the NPTE.
Please check it out, and let me know if you have any questions!
A patient with an avulsion wound is receiving wound care. The patient’s wound is minor and the therapist decides to leave the wound to heal on its own. Which of the following BEST describes...
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A 60-year-old patient is being treated for a recent total knee arthroplasty that occurred 2 weeks ago. The therapist takes the patient’s vital signs and obtains the following values:
The patient reports that he has had significant shortness of breath and a persistent cough for the past 2 days. The patient also displays increased edema in the involved lower extremity. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present in this patient?
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During examination, a patient is being evaluated for hand and upper extremity strength. When asked to hold a piece of paper between the thumb and index finger in a lateral key grip, the examiner notices that the patient flexes the interphalangeal joint of the thumb as the examiner pulls the paper away from the patient. Based on these findings, what muscle is MOST likely to display weakness during manual muscle testing?
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While examining a patient, the patient displays a manual muscle test grade of 1/5 on the right tibialis anterior muscle. Which of the following gait deviations would MOST likely occur?
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A 65-year-old patient reports numbness and tingling extending from the lateral thigh toward the medial malleolus that has been present for the past year. During examination, the patient reports that the symptoms are alleviated while sitting and exacerbated with standing. The therapist chooses to apply lumbar traction to treat the patient. Which of the following parameters is BEST indicated for the patient?
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A patient with a diagnosis of lymphedema presents with the following characteristics...
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When evaluating bowel and bladder function, the therapist would MOST likely expect which of the following presentations of symptoms?
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A patient presents to physical therapy with intermittent buttock, hip, and thigh pain. During examination, the therapist notes a tender, palpable mass in the groin region. The patient also demonstrates a positive psoas sign and an antalgic gait pattern. While reviewing the patient’s history, which of the following conditions will LEAST likely be associated with the patient’s current complaints?
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A physical therapist providing treatment to a patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus would educate the patient about all the following exercise precautions EXCEPT:
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In this episode, we go over a handy practice question to discuss the integumentary system and ways that you are likely to be tested on the NPTE.
I get asked all the time what we have to offer at PT Final Exam. I talk about some of the common questions I get at PT Final Exam and how we can give you the tools to pass the NPTE!
Did you fail the NPTE? If so, you're not alone. Over 10% of NPTE candidates fail on their first attempt, and it can be a very frustrating experience.
In this episode, we talk about the phases of grief associated with a failed NPTE attempt, and then give you actionable steps to crush your next attempt!
Do you struggle with test fatigue and timing? Do you need some key tips to give you the tools to pass the NPTE? This podcast dives into some of the critical aspects of test day to make sure that you PASS the NPTE!
Do you struggle with some of the blood lab values on the NPTE? This episode will be a great help to you as you prepare for the exam and will give you the strategies you need to remember the key info on test day.
If peripheral nerves trip you up, you'll enjoy getting this tidbit of info locked in your brain for test day. Check out this NPTE-style practice question so that you never miss a questions about peripheral nerves again!
Do you know how to treat subacromial impingement syndrome? Do you know how to interpret the painful arc test? Check out this episode to give you the keys to understanding these tricky topics for the NPTE.
In this episode, we talk about updates for the July 2020 NPTE as well as resources to help you prepare, plus a bonus tip to give you the tools you need to CRUSH the NPTE!
Here's a Nonsystems question related to equipment and devices on the NPTE. This section has approximately 5-6 questions on the exam and is an excellent topic to study as you prepare for game day.
Written in the same style and format as the NPTE, this tricky practice question will help you know how to execute on the System Interactions section of the NPTE to make sure that you are ready to crush the NPTE!
Check out this practice question to help you crush the NPTE and the Genitourinary System!
The Gastrointestinal System is a tough section on the NPTE. Get the tools you need to PASS the NPTE with this great practice question.
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Does the Endocrine System give you grief? In this episode, we help you navigate Cushing Syndrome and how to do a bit of differential diagnosis on the NPTE.
The Integumentary System is one of the smaller and oft-forgotten sections on the NPTE. In this episode, we talk about ulcers on the NPTE and how to do a bit of differential diagnosis in a practice question.
Does EKG tend to puzzle you? You know it's important for the NPTE, so take a listen to this episode as we dissect the important features of the EKG and cardiac lab values so that you will be solid on the exam.
In this episode, we dive into the different types and classifications of spinal cord injuries, including anterior cord syndrome, central cord syndrome, and Brown-Sequard syndrome. We work hard to make good NPTE content, and we hope you enjoy this awesome podcast!
In this episode, we talk about the MSK system on the NPTE, specifically the knee and how you can prepare to crush the NPTE!
In this session, we go over 2 subsections on the NPTE including research & evidence-based practice and modalities. We present these topics in a fun, intuitive way to help you prepare for the NPTE.
In this episode, we talk about content related to the System Interactions section on the NPTE. This section deals with patients with complex cases and the need for thoughtful differential diagnosis and intervention to best help the patient.
This episode features a practice question related to the kidneys and differential diagnosis that will help you with questions during the NPTE. Check out all of our episodes to get handy tips/tricks to help you pass the NPTE!
In this episode, we discuss the implications that the coronavirus pandemic is having on the NPTE in 2020. As always, stay tuned to PT Final Exam for the latest updates.
In this episode, we will go over a case study related to hernias and the differential diagnosis related to the lower quarter screen of the GI. Be sure to check our all of our other NPTE content to stay sharp and crush the NPTE!
In this episode, we'll go over a practice question related to the NPTE's Metabolic and Endocrine System. Be sure to check out all of our episodes to help you prepare for the NPTE!
In this episode, we discuss the in's and out's of the integumentary system related to venous stasis ulcers. We talk about the symptoms, differential diagnosis, and interventions/dressings to treat venous stasis ulcers as related to the NPTE.
In this episode, we will be discussing components of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems on the NPTE, specifically the phases of cardiac rehab. We talk about the goals, red flags, and tips for each phase as it relates to the NPTE.
Do you ever wonder what it takes to pass the NPTE? Look no further! We take you through some of the most important tips you need to know in order to crush the NPTE in 2020.
In this episode, we go over a case study regarding spinal shock syndrome, ASIA levels (complete or incomplete) and the distinction between orthostatic hypotension and autonomic dysreflexia.
In this episode, I go through the FSBPT Content Outline to help you prepare effectively for the NPTE. We talk about the key sections you need to study and go through the resources we have to make your next NPTE attempt a success!
Time management before and during the NPTE is a crucial part of a successful study plan. In this episode, we talk about how to effectively use your time to prepare in the most mindful and efficient manner to get an awesome score on the NPTE!
In this episode, we discuss the examination, evaluation, differential diagnosis, and intervention strategies for a case study patient with subacromial bursitis.
Not only do we take you through the clinical aspect, but we also discuss the implications of this case on the NPTE and how to select the correct answer when faced with a similar case.
In this, the first episode of The NPTE Podcast, Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS and Mark Stevens PT discuss the path to success on the NPTE and how to navigate the exam.
