Physical Therapy Quiz

What is the primary purpose of physical therapy?

• To provide psychological support to patients

• To promote optimal human health and functioning through the application of scientific principles

• To prescribe medications for pain management

• To perform surgical procedures to correct movement dysfunction

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of physical therapy is to promote optimal human health and functioning through the application of scientific principles.

Physical therapy includes the development of new principles and applications to:

• Replace traditional medical treatments

• Effectively meet existing and emerging health needs

• Focus solely on physical fitness and exercise

• Provide educational services in schools

Answer explanation

Physical therapy aims to effectively meet existing and emerging health needs, not to replace traditional medical treatments, focus solely on physical fitness, or provide educational services in schools.

What is the primary role of Physical Therapists (PTs)?

• To prescribe medications

• To restore, maintain, and promote overall fitness and health

• To perform surgeries

• To provide legal advice

Answer explanation

Physical Therapists (PTs) primarily focus on restoring, maintaining, and promoting overall fitness and health, rather than prescribing medications, performing surgeries, or providing legal advice.

What type of degree must Physical Therapists possess to work in their field?

• Associate degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited program

• High school diploma

Answer explanation

Physical Therapists must possess a post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited program to work in their field.

Are Physical Therapists regulated in the United States?

• No, they are not regulated

• Yes, but only in a few states

• Yes, in all 50 states but requirements are the same everywhere

• Yes, in all 50 states but requirements vary by state

Answer explanation

Physical Therapists are regulated in all 50 states in the United States, but the specific requirements can vary from state to state.

Where are most Physical Therapy jobs located?

• In schools

• In offices of other health practitioners and in hospitals

• In fitness centers

• In government agencies

Answer explanation

Most Physical Therapy jobs are located in offices of other health practitioners and in hospitals.

What services do physical therapists provide?

• They provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.

• They offer counseling services for mental health issues.

• They specialize in surgical procedures to correct physical impairments.

• They prescribe medications to treat chronic conditions.

Answer explanation

Physical therapists provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.

What is the focus of physical therapists in their treatment approach?

• They focus on cosmetic enhancements and elective surgeries.

• They focus on preventive care, rehabilitation, and treatment for patients suffering from chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

• They concentrate on diagnosing diseases through laboratory tests.

• They focus on providing nutritional advice and weight management programs.

Answer explanation

Physical therapists focus on preventive care, rehabilitation, and treatment for patients suffering from chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

What is one of the primary goals of the work performed by physical therapists?

• To increase the use of medication in treating ailments

• To prevent injury and loss of mobility

• To focus solely on surgical procedures

• To specialize only in pediatric care

Answer explanation

Physical therapists primarily aim to prevent injury and loss of mobility through their work.

Which of the following is NOT listed as an area of specialization for physical therapists in the document?

• Geriatrics

• Orthopedics

• Nutrition and dietetics

• Cardiopulmonary physical therapy

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Nutrition and dietetics' because it is NOT listed as an area of specialization for physical therapists in the document.