NPTE Physical Therapist Exam Review - Question List

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51. Which of the following tests is used for assessing muscular endurance?
  1. Astrand-Rhyming test
  2. YMCA step test
  3. Partial curl-up test
  4. 1RM bench press
52. Which of the following is a factor that can be affected by flexibility training?
  1. Muscle and connective tissue
  2. Age
  3. Joint structure
  4. Gender
53. Which is not a characteristic benefit of a pre-exercise warm-up and increase in body temperature?
  1. Increased blood flow to muscles
  2. Increased nerve receptor sensitivity
  3. Increased muscle viscosity
  4. Decreased energy rate of metabolic chemical reactions
54. What makes proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching superior to other forms of stretching?
  1. It does not involve bouncing movements.
  2. It activates the stretch reflex.
  3. It assists in muscle relaxation and promotes more ROM.
  4. It is safe.
55. Where should the trainer be standing when spotting for a forward lunge with a client holding weight?
  1. In front of the client
  2. In front of the client, but slightly to the side to avoid the forward lunging leg
  3. Slightly behind the client on the side that will lunge forward
  4. Directly behind the client, moving forward simultaneously as the lunge is performed

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