Primary Care: Module 4 Exam Questions (44 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

Purpose of examination {Ans: } - narrow search for source of symptoms to specific body region - ID red flags (referral) - determine which regions need further exam - ID primary impairments - avoid inaccurate dx - specific interventions and contraindicatedNew grads/novice PTs using the examination {Ans: } should use the entire quarter screening exam to lessen chance of misdxExperienced PT using the examination {Ans: } should screen at LEAST one joint/body region above and below the pt's ccWhen NOT to use the examination {Ans: } Pt has an obvious ACUTE injury, post-op visit, symptoms other than pain associated with a medical conditionStanding exam elements {Ans: } - posture = pls stand and look ahead - palpation - gait - standing squat - AROM - trink and hips - Neuro screeningspinous process {Ans: } T6 to S2inferior angle of scapula {Ans: } T7iliac crests {Ans: } L4-L5PSIS {Ans: } S2 levelSitting exam elements {Ans: } - observation and palpation - AROM: trunk rotation - vertical trunk compression/decompression - neuro screening: trunk and LEsSupine exam elements {Ans: } - pt's position of comfort in supine - use bridging to reset position in supine if needed - abdominal screening - trunk AROM