NPTE Physical Therapist Exam Review - Question List

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46.

What condition is characterized by spasmodic contraction of smooth muscles around the bronchi, swelling, and excessive mucous production?

  1. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  2. Bronchitis
  3. Asthma
  4. Emphysema
47. Which of the following should a client not engage in prior to performing assessment tests with a personal trainer?
  1. Moderate food intake 2-4 hrs before testing
  2. Partaking of chemicals that affect heart rate (non-medically)
  3. Adequate hydration
  4. Resting for 6-8 hrs of sleep the night before testing is to occur
48. What type of athletic performance test is a 300-yard shuttle run?
  1. Sprint
  2. Anaerobic capacity
  3. Agility
  4. Maximal aerobic capacity
49. What is the proper term for the process of using a stethoscope to hear heart sounds?
  1. Auscultation
  2. Sphygmomanometry
  3. Palpation
  4. Cardiology
50. What is the body mass index (BMI) of a client who is 5’ 7” tall and weighs 176 pounds?
  1. 27.6
  2. 32
  3. 37.8
  4. 46.9

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