Physical Therapy Technician

What does the acronym "RICE" stand for?

• Relax

  Incline

  Compress

  Elevate

• Rest

  Injury

  Compression

  Exercise

• Rest

  Ice

  Compression

  Elevation

• Reeses

  Ice cream

  Cake pop

  Easter egg

What direction does the term "anterior" reference?

• Front

• Back

• Midline

• Lower extremities

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What is the primary role of a Physical Therapy Technician in a clinical setting?

• Assist physical therapists in treatment procedures

• Diagnose patient conditions

• Prescribe medications

• Perform surgical operations

Which of the following is a common tool used by Physical Therapy Technicians to aid in patient rehabilitation?

• Ultrasound machine

• Stethoscope

• Surgical scalpel

• MRI machine

In the context of physical therapy, what does the term 'gait analysis' refer to?

• Assessment of a patient's walking pattern

• Measurement of blood pressure

• Analysis of heart rate

• Examination of lung capacity

Which scientific principle is most relevant to understanding muscle strengthening in physical therapy?

• Newton's Third Law of Motion

• Law of Conservation of Energy

• Principle of Overload

• Archimedes' Principle

What type of energy transformation occurs when a patient uses a stationary bike during physical therapy?

• Chemical to thermal

• Mechanical to thermal

• Chemical to mechanical

• Mechanical to chemical

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Which of the following exercises is most likely to be recommended by a Physical Therapy Technician for improving balance?

• Bicep curls

• Leg press

• Single-leg stand

• Bench press

In physical therapy, what is the purpose of using resistance bands?

• To increase flexibility

• To provide resistance for muscle strengthening

• To measure joint angles

• To monitor heart rate

Which body system is primarily targeted during cardiovascular endurance exercises in physical therapy?

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system

• Nervous system

• Circulatory system