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The NPTE Podcast
by Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS
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.
Episodes
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307. Metabolic & Endocrine System
During examination of a 45-year-old patient with hyperthyroidism, which of the following findings would the physical therapist MOST expect? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information...
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306. Integumentary System
A physical therapist is treating a bedbound patient in acute care who has a history of a healed sacral pressure injury and is incontinent of urine. Which intervention is MOST appropriate to include in this patient’s wound prevention plan? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE…
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305. CP System
A 72‑year‑old patient with COPD becomes increasingly confused, diaphoretic, and cyanotic during a seated therapeutic exercise session. The PT notes shallow, rapid breathing and new PVCs on telemetry. Which underlying mechanism BEST explains this patient’s clinical deterioration? Find it all out…
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304. NM System
A 62‑year‑old patient with ALS presents with tongue fasciculations and atrophy, a hoarse, whispering voice, and difficulty manipulating food. The patient also reports drooling and reflex coughing when swallowing. Which additional finding is MOST consistent with LMN bulbar involvement? Find it all...
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303. MSK System
A patient has marked weakness of the right hip abductors. Which movement pattern is MOST likely to occur during the right midstance phase of gait? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more...
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302. Nonsystems
A physical therapist is using a special test to identify rotator cuff tears. In a recent diagnostic study, the test demonstrated a positive predictive value (PPV) of 85%. What does this value indicate? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying…
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301. System Interactions
A 55-year-old patient with chronic liver disease and a history of heavy alcohol use reports new diffuse muscle soreness and cramps. The PT notes no recent changes in activity level. Which finding would MOST strongly support a diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis? Find it all out in the podcast! Be…
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300. Lymphatic System
Which cluster of integumentary signs and symptoms is MOST likely to be present in a patient with progressive lymphedema? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay...
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299. Genitourinary System
A 28-year-old woman reports sudden onset low back pain that has been inconsistent and unrelated to movement. She notes recent abnormal vaginal spotting and describes new, sharp pain at the tip of her shoulder. Which condition is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for...
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298. Gastrointestinal System
A physical therapist evaluates a client who reports midback pain that has persisted for several weeks. The pain is described as deep, aching, and poorly localized. The client denies numbness or tingling in the upper extremities and reports no bowel or bladder changes, and notes that the pain…
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297. Metabolic & Endocrine System
A physical therapist is evaluating a patient in the outpatient clinic who reports progressive fatigue, orthostatic dizziness, and generalized weakness. During the exam, the therapist observes darkened pigmentation over the patient's knuckles, elbows, and the lining of the mouth. Which of the...
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296. Integumentary System
The therapist reviews the Braden Scale to identify key areas influencing pressure‑injury risk. Which of the following groups BEST includes what other categories are assessed with the Braden Scale? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors!...
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295. Special NPTE Edition
Do you know what the passing score is on the NPTE? Do you know how to increase it to get the required 600/800? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with…
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294. CP System
A patient in phase II cardiac rehabilitation is performing steady‑state treadmill exercise. During the session, the patient’s systolic blood pressure rises to 220 mm Hg, with no angina or dyspnea reported. Which of the following actions is the MOST appropriate for the physical therapist to take...
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293. NM System
A patient in a MVA sustained a high‑velocity cervical spine traction injury when the shoulder was violently depressed while the neck was forced into contralateral side‑bending. Examination reveals shoulder abduction weakness, weakened elbow flexion, and absent biceps reflex. Sensation is absent...
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292. MSK System
A 68‑year‑old patient reports chronic lateral hip pain that worsens with weight‑bearing. Examination reveals painful and limited active hip flexion, pain with active hip extension, passive hip medial rotation of 20°, and pain during squatting. The scour test with adduction reproduces lateral hip...
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291. Nonsystems
A patient is receiving interferential current to the medial knee for pain control after a meniscal injury. Midway through treatment, the patient reports a sharp, localized burning sensation under one electrode. The therapist stops the session and notes that the electrode is older, slightly dry…
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290. System Interactions
A 68-year-old patient with a history of hyperlipidemia reports new bilateral thigh soreness and weakness that began gradually over the past month. She denies any recent increase in activity, and the pain is present at rest and unchanged by stretching or light movement. On examination, the…
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289. Lymphatic System
A physical therapist is treating a patient with chronic swelling of the right upper extremity after removal of axillary lymph nodes. After several treatments, the therapist notices new swelling along the right side of the trunk. To prevent this secondary trunk swelling from worsening, which of…
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288. Genitourinary System
A 58-year-old woman reports a sudden, intense need to urinate that she finds difficult to suppress. She also reports waking twice per night to void and leaking urine before she can reach the bathroom. Urinalysis is negative for infection. Which of the following best describes the underlying...
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287. Gastrointestinal System
A 52-year-old male with a history of alcohol use disorder is admitted to the ICU with acute pancreatitis. On day 3, the physical therapist is asked to perform a bedside evaluation. Which of the following findings would be the most appropriate indication to defer physical therapy intervention at...
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286. Metabolic & Endocrine Systems
A 63‑year‑old patient reports progressive fatigue, muscle weakness, and darkened skin creases. Vital signs show low blood pressure, and labs reveal hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and low cortisol levels. Which of the following diagnoses is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the podcast! Be...
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285. Integumentary System
During the integumentary assessment, the therapist notes that the skin is cool to the touch, shiny, and hairless with diminished dorsalis pedis pulse. The therapist also observes a small ulcer on the distal lateral ankle. Which additional finding would MOST likely be present? Find it all out in…
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284. CP System
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease demonstrates pursed-lip breathing during exercise. What is the PRIMARY purpose of this breathing technique? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast...
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283. NM System
A patient presents with numbness in the 4th and 5th fingers and weakness of finger abduction. The patient is a cyclist who reports the symptoms are worse after long cycling training sessions. Which additional muscle is MOST likely to demonstrate weakness? Find it all out in the podcast! Be…
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282. The NPTE Podcast Special Edition
Good luck on test day! Here are some tips to help you perform at your best on the NPTE! Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and...
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281. MSK System
A patient’s serratus anterior strength is measured to be 4-/5. When creating an intervention plan, which of the following activities will be best to implement FIRST? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out...
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280. Nonsystems
A patient with acute low back pain and signs of nerve root compression is being evaluated for lumbar traction. The patient's recent MRI shows a medial lumbar disc protrusion. Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate for the therapist to perform next? Find it all out in the podcast! Be...
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279. System Interactions
A 28-year-old male patient presents with acute right knee and heel pain two weeks after a gastrointestinal illness. Which of the following findings will MOST strongly support a diagnosis of reactive arthritis? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with…
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278. Lymphatic System
A patient presents with bilateral, symmetrical leg enlargement that is painful to palpation, shows easy bruising, and spares the feet. Stemmer sign is negative. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass...
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277. Genitourinary System
A patient with an indwelling Foley catheter reports new lower‑abdominal discomfort during gait training. The therapist observes the collection bag positioned at the level of the umbilicus. Which of the following actions would be MOST appropriate for the clinician to perform first? Find it all out...
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276. Gastrointestinal System
A patient reports constant right‑sided upper abdominal pain that began shortly after eating a high‑fat meal. The pain radiates to the right shoulder and is accompanied by nausea. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so...
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275. Metabolic & Endocrine System
A patient with metabolic disease develops progressive shoulder pain with loss of motion, proximal thigh weakness, and has a history of low‑trauma fractures. The physical exam shows periarticular tenderness and visible muscle atrophy. The patient also reports the muscular weakness is worsened at…
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274. Integumentary System
A patient presents with acute onset of lower‑leg redness, warmth, and tenderness. The involved area has poorly defined borders and has expanded over the past 24 hours. The patient reports low‑grade fever, fatigue, and increasing tightness in the leg. Pitting edema is present, and Homan's sign is...
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273. CP System
A patient with chronic obstructive lung disease frequently assumes a tripod position during seated rest. Which of the following explanations BEST describes why this posture is adopted? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out...
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272. NM System
Which group of symptoms is MOST characteristic of autonomic dysreflexia in a patient with a C6 complete spinal cord injury? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay...
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271. MSK System
A physical therapist examines a 3‑week‑old infant and notes a firm, nontender mass in the inferior third of the right sternocleidomastoid muscle. The infant demonstrates a consistent right lateral cervical tilt. Which additional positional finding is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the...
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270. Special NPTE Edition
Are you taking the NPTE this week? How will the Snowpocalypse affect your exam schedule? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and...
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269. Nonsystems
A physical therapist is reviewing a study that measured patient satisfaction with outpatient physical therapy services at a single point in time. Which type of research design does this study represent? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying...
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268. System Interactions
A physical therapist evaluates a client presenting with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome. Which of the following additional findings would most strongly suggest an underlying liver impairment as a contributing factor? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass...
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267. Lymphatic System
A patient with lower extremity lymphedema is instructed in the use of a Velcro-assisted compression garment. Which of the following is an advantage of this device compared to standard compression stockings? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying...
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266. The NPTE Podcast Special Edition
In this episode we rewind the clock to the most downloaded episode in our library with handy mnemonics of the NM system on the NPTE. Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to...
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265. The NPTE Podcast Special Edition
In this episode we rewind the clock and listen to an episode where we talk about how to navigate a failed NPTE attempt. Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay…
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264. Genitourinary System
A 52-year-old male presents with fever, chills, urinary frequency, urgency, and dysuria. On examination, costovertebral angle tenderness is noted. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely present? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying...
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263. Gastrointestinal System
An adult male patient reports chronic back pain that has been episodic in nature and has worsened in the last two weeks. The patient reports that the pain is exacerbated by food and radiates to the right shoulder. The patient also reports dark tarry stools. Which of the following conditions is…
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262. Metabolic & Endocrine System
A 32-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) presents with a new onset proximal muscle weakness, facial rounding, and abdominal striae. The patient reports long-term use of oral prednisone for SLE management. Which of the following conditions is the most likely cause of her…
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261. Integumentary System
A patient with a transtibial amputation reports erythema and itching on the residual limb after using a silicone liner. Which of the following is the most appropriate recommendation to reduce skin irritation? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with…
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260. CP System
Which of the following responses to endurance activity would be considered abnormal in a patient with a history of cardiovascular dysfunction? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more…
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259. NM System
Which patient position is MOST likely to be problematic in a child with spinal muscular atrophy type I? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our…
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258. MSK Interventions
A physical therapist is treating a patient 3 weeks postoperatively following a traumatic elbow injury complicated by early signs of heterotopic ossification (HO). The patient presents with mild pain, limited range of motion, and radiographic evidence of HO formation. Which of the following...
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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.
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