NPTE Physical Therapist Exam Review

Category - Physical Therapy

What type of tissue injury is characterized by a partial tear with minor joint instability?
  1. Third degree joint sprain
  2. Second degree joint sprain
  3. Tendinitis
  4. Muscle strain
Explanation
Answer: B - A second degree joint sprain is characterized by a partial tear with minor joint instability. This is a ligamentous injury, as it relates to the connections between bones that maintain joint integrity.
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