Question 1

Which of the following statements about diathermy is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diathermy is a more shallow, penetrating type of thermotherapy than infrared modalities. 
B)  The extent of muscle heating depends on the thickness of the muscle. 
C)  Shortwave diathermy heats deeper tissues by introducing a low-frequency electrical current. 
D)  A type of shortwave diathermy bypasses the patient as part of the circuit in order to heat the body. 
E)  Pulse diathermy increases the likelihood of any significant tissue temperature increase and reduces the patient's perception of heat. 
A)  Diathermy is a more shallow, penetrating type of thermotherapy than infrared modalities. 
B)  The extent of muscle heating depends on the thickness of the muscle. 
C)  Shortwave diathermy heats deeper tissues by introducing a low-frequency electrical current. 
D)  A type of shortwave diathermy bypasses the patient as part of the circuit in order to heat the body. 
E)  Pulse diathermy increases the likelihood of any significant tissue temperature increase and reduces the patient's perception of heat. C

Question 2

Hydrocollator packs contain silicate gel in a cotton pad, which is immersed in thermostatically controlled hot water at a temperature of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  140-150 degrees Fahrenheit 
B)  150-160 degrees Fahrenheit 
C)  160-170 degrees Fahrenheit 
D)  170-180 degrees Fahrenheit 
E)  180-190 degrees Fahrenheit 
A)  140-150 degrees Fahrenheit 
B)  150-160 degrees Fahrenheit 
C)  160-170 degrees Fahrenheit 
D)  170-180 degrees Fahrenheit 
E)  180-190 degrees Fahrenheit C

Question 3

Which of the following statements is correct regarding this modality?

Accepted Answer

A)  The spray should be held at a 90 degree angle 
B)  The spray should only be 2-3 inches from the injured muscle 
C)  The spray should be perpendicular 
D)  The patient should do active stretching while the spray is being applied 
E)  The spray should cover the skin area 1-2 times 
A)  The spray should be held at a 90 degree angle 
B)  The spray should only be 2-3 inches from the injured muscle 
C)  The spray should be perpendicular 
D)  The patient should do active stretching while the spray is being applied 
E)  The spray should cover the skin area 1-2 times E

Question 4

Please check all of the therapeutic reasons that this technique can be utilized.

Accepted Answer

A)  Improve blood flow 
B)  Increase edema 
C)  Reduce swelling 
D)  Elongate muscles 
E)  Reduce pain
F) Treat scar tissue in connective tissue
G) Reduce hematoma
H) Decrease nerve conduction velocity 
A)  Improve blood flow 
B)  Increase edema 
C)  Reduce swelling 
D)  Elongate muscles 
E)  Reduce pain
F) Treat scar tissue in connective tissue
G) Reduce hematoma
H) Decrease nerve conduction velocity

Question 5

The proposed frequency resonance hypothesis relates to:

Accepted Answer

A)  the production of oscillation voltage in therapeutic ultrasound by the expansion and contraction of crystals. 
B)  the absorption and subsequent scattering of ultrasound by subcutaneous fat. 
C)  the absorption of the mechanical energy of ultrasound by proteins and protein complexes. 
D)  the increase in the frequency of ultrasound waves as they penetrate deeper tissues. 
E)  the nonuniform distribution of ultrasound energy. 
A)  the production of oscillation voltage in therapeutic ultrasound by the expansion and contraction of crystals. 
B)  the absorption and subsequent scattering of ultrasound by subcutaneous fat. 
C)  the absorption of the mechanical energy of ultrasound by proteins and protein complexes. 
D)  the increase in the frequency of ultrasound waves as they penetrate deeper tissues. 
E)  the nonuniform distribution of ultrasound energy.

Question 6

When performing a shortwave diathermy treatment, what dosage level desires the effects of mild heat sensation for 20 to 30 minutes daily for two weeks?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lowest dose (I) 
B)  Low dose (II) 
C)  Medium dose (III) 
D)  Heavy dose (IV) 
E)  Intense dose (V) 
A)  Lowest dose (I) 
B)  Low dose (II) 
C)  Medium dose (III) 
D)  Heavy dose (IV) 
E)  Intense dose (V)

Question 7

What method of thermal energy transfer is being demonstrated in the diagram?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conduction 
B)  Convection 
C)  Radiation 
D)  Ultraviolet 
E)  Conversion 
A)  Conduction 
B)  Convection 
C)  Radiation 
D)  Ultraviolet 
E)  Conversion

Question 8

Please check all of the modalities that are classified as electrical energy modalities:

Accepted Answer

A)  Contrast bath 
B)  Electrical stimulating current generators 
C)  Iontophoresis 
D)  Shortwave diathermy 
E)  Interferential currents
F) Ultrasound
G) Hivamat 
A)  Contrast bath 
B)  Electrical stimulating current generators 
C)  Iontophoresis 
D)  Shortwave diathermy 
E)  Interferential currents
F) Ultrasound
G) Hivamat

Question 9

If a patient reported to the athletic training clinic for pre-practice treatment with a chronic history of patellar tendinitis, what would be the optimal treatment protocol?

Accepted Answer

A)  Paraffin bath dip and wrap method for 8 minutes to warm the patellar tendon 
B)  Electrical stimulation muscle strengthening protocol to address the chronic patellar tendinitis 
C)  Ice bag for 15 minutes to address the pain 
D)  Warm whirlpool and thermokinetics for 20 minutes to prepare the patellar tendon for physical activity 
E)  Thermal ultrasound at 3MHz for about 5 minutes, 1.0 W/cm2 
A)  Paraffin bath dip and wrap method for 8 minutes to warm the patellar tendon 
B)  Electrical stimulation muscle strengthening protocol to address the chronic patellar tendinitis 
C)  Ice bag for 15 minutes to address the pain 
D)  Warm whirlpool and thermokinetics for 20 minutes to prepare the patellar tendon for physical activity 
E)  Thermal ultrasound at 3MHz for about 5 minutes, 1.0 W/cm2

Question 10

What massage guideline for an effective massage would be neglected if an athletic trainer performed an effleurage massage on an athlete's calf on the same leg that is being treated for a cut on the thigh that may be infected?

Accepted Answer

A)  Making the patient comfortable 
B)  Developing a confident, gentle approach when massaging 
C)  Ensuring proper lymphatic and venous drainage 
D)  Stroking toward the heart whenever possible 
E)  Knowing when not to use massage 
A)  Making the patient comfortable 
B)  Developing a confident, gentle approach when massaging 
C)  Ensuring proper lymphatic and venous drainage 
D)  Stroking toward the heart whenever possible 
E)  Knowing when not to use massage

Question 11

Which of the following statements is correct in regards to the application of cold?

Accepted Answer

A)  When cold is applied to the skin for more than 20 minutes, vasoconstriction occurs 
B)  When cold is applied to the skin for less than 20 minutes, vasodilation occurs 
C)  When cold is applied to the skin for less than 20 minutes, the hunting response occurs 
D)  When cold is applied to the skin for more than 20 to 30 minutes, an intermittent period of vasodilation occurs 
E)  When cold is applied to the skin, the hunting response always occurs 
A)  When cold is applied to the skin for more than 20 minutes, vasoconstriction occurs 
B)  When cold is applied to the skin for less than 20 minutes, vasodilation occurs 
C)  When cold is applied to the skin for less than 20 minutes, the hunting response occurs 
D)  When cold is applied to the skin for more than 20 to 30 minutes, an intermittent period of vasodilation occurs 
E)  When cold is applied to the skin, the hunting response always occurs

Question 12

Which of the following variables will have a decreased physiological response to thermotherapy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Edema 
B)  Collagen elasticity 
C)  Blood flow 
D)  Metabolic rate 
E)  Joint stiffness 
A)  Edema 
B)  Collagen elasticity 
C)  Blood flow 
D)  Metabolic rate 
E)  Joint stiffness

Question 13

Which of the following electrical stimulation treatment protocols requires the current intensity to be extremely high, while approaching a noxious level?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gate control 
B)  Descending pathway pain control 
C)  Opiate pain control theory 
D)  Muscle contraction 
E)  Muscle pumping 
A)  Gate control 
B)  Descending pathway pain control 
C)  Opiate pain control theory 
D)  Muscle contraction 
E)  Muscle pumping

Question 14

Which of the following is a limitation of hydrocollator packs?

Accepted Answer

A)  They usually do not significantly heat deeper tissues. 
B)  Their use does not result in general relaxation. 
C)  They aggravate muscle spasms. 
D)  Their use leads to an increase in pain perception. 
E)  They contain toxic substances, which cause allergic reactions in some patients. 
A)  They usually do not significantly heat deeper tissues. 
B)  Their use does not result in general relaxation. 
C)  They aggravate muscle spasms. 
D)  Their use leads to an increase in pain perception. 
E)  They contain toxic substances, which cause allergic reactions in some patients.

Question 15

In the following illustration, what is a drawback to this particular modality?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is quite expensive. 
B)  It is difficult to operate. 
C)  It must be continually rechilled. 
D)  It is cumbersome to transport. 
E)  It cannot be operated by the patient. 
A)  It is quite expensive. 
B)  It is difficult to operate. 
C)  It must be continually rechilled. 
D)  It is cumbersome to transport. 
E)  It cannot be operated by the patient.

Question 16

Which of the following types of energy is transferred when cryotherapy techniques are employed for treatment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Electrical energy 
B)  Electromagnetic energy 
C)  Sound energy 
D)  Mechanical energy 
E)  Thermal energy 
A)  Electrical energy 
B)  Electromagnetic energy 
C)  Sound energy 
D)  Mechanical energy 
E)  Thermal energy

Question 17

Which of the following is the single most common problem associated with iontophoresis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vasoconstriction of arterioles 
B)  Temporary immobilization 
C)  Chemical burn 
D)  Increased blood pressure 
E)  Stagnation of blood circulation 
A)  Vasoconstriction of arterioles 
B)  Temporary immobilization 
C)  Chemical burn 
D)  Increased blood pressure 
E)  Stagnation of blood circulation

Question 18

Which of the following categories of massage strokes includes cupping, hacking, and pinching movements?

Accepted Answer

A)  Friction 
B)  Effleurage 
C)  Petrissage 
D)  Tapotement 
E)  Vibration 
A)  Friction 
B)  Effleurage 
C)  Petrissage 
D)  Tapotement 
E)  Vibration

Question 19

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about iontophoresis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Positive ions are transported into the the tissue from the negative pole. 
B)  Negative ions are transported into the the tissue from the positive pole. 
C)  An active pad is unnecessary. 
D)  A dispersive pad does not need to be applied to a patient. 
E)  Treatment time is standard for all medications. 
A)  Positive ions are transported into the the tissue from the negative pole. 
B)  Negative ions are transported into the the tissue from the positive pole. 
C)  An active pad is unnecessary. 
D)  A dispersive pad does not need to be applied to a patient. 
E)  Treatment time is standard for all medications.

Question 20

Electrical, electromagnetic, and sound energy treatments have different physical mechanisms of action. However, which of the following is a common aspect that they share?

Accepted Answer

A)  All of them rely on convection. 
B)  All of them compress tissues. 
C)  All of them heat tissues. 
D)  All of them produce vasoconstriction. 
E)  All of them rely on the piezoelectric effect. 
A)  All of them rely on convection. 
B)  All of them compress tissues. 
C)  All of them heat tissues. 
D)  All of them produce vasoconstriction. 
E)  All of them rely on the piezoelectric effect.

Exam 15: Using Therapeutic Modalities

Which of the following statements about diathermy is INCORRECT?

Hydrocollator packs contain silicate gel in a cotton pad, which is immersed in thermostatically controlled hot water at a temperature of __________.

Which of the following statements is correct regarding this modality?

Please check all of the therapeutic reasons that this technique can be utilized.

The proposed frequency resonance hypothesis relates to:

When performing a shortwave diathermy treatment, what dosage level desires the effects of mild heat sensation for 20 to 30 minutes daily for two weeks?

What method of thermal energy transfer is being demonstrated in the diagram?

Please check all of the modalities that are classified as electrical energy modalities:

If a patient reported to the athletic training clinic for pre-practice treatment with a chronic history of patellar tendinitis, what would be the optimal treatment protocol?

What massage guideline for an effective massage would be neglected if an athletic trainer performed an effleurage massage on an athlete's calf on the same leg that is being treated for a cut on the thigh that may be infected?

Which of the following statements is correct in regards to the application of cold?

Which of the following variables will have a decreased physiological response to thermotherapy?

Which of the following electrical stimulation treatment protocols requires the current intensity to be extremely high, while approaching a noxious level?

Which of the following is a limitation of hydrocollator packs?

In the following illustration, what is a drawback to this particular modality?

Which of the following types of energy is transferred when cryotherapy techniques are employed for treatment?

Which of the following is the single most common problem associated with iontophoresis?

Which of the following categories of massage strokes includes cupping, hacking, and pinching movements?

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about iontophoresis?

Electrical, electromagnetic, and sound energy treatments have different physical mechanisms of action. However, which of the following is a common aspect that they share?

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