AMTA Client Assessment and Treatment Planning

Question 1

Which part of the SOAP note documents the therapist's objective findings from palpation and observation?

Accepted Answer

O — Objective

Answer

S — Subjective

Answer

A — Assessment

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P — Plan

Question 2

During postural assessment, a high left shoulder and low right hip may suggest:

Accepted Answer

A lateral spinal curvature or scoliosis

Answer

Thoracic kyphosis

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Lordotic lumbar curve

Answer

Bilateral pes planus

Question 3

Which of the following is an ABSOLUTE contraindication for massage therapy?

Accepted Answer

Acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Answer

Mild chronic low back pain

Answer

Stable hypertension

Answer

Controlled type 2 diabetes

Question 4

A client reports pain that is described as 'burning and shooting down the leg.' This symptom pattern MOST suggests:

Accepted Answer

Nerve involvement or radiculopathy

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Local muscle strain

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Ligament sprain

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Bursitis

Question 5

What is the PRIMARY purpose of the intake health history form?

Accepted Answer

To identify contraindications, cautions, and client goals for safe treatment planning

Answer

To gather payment and insurance information

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To document the therapist's credentials

Answer

To meet state licensing requirements only

Question 6

Range of motion (ROM) testing performed by moving the client's joint without their muscular assistance is called:

Accepted Answer

Passive ROM

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Active ROM

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Resisted ROM

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Functional ROM