NPTE-PT NPTE-PT Test Gait, Balance, and Orthotics Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

During the swing phase of gait, which muscle group is primarily responsible for dorsiflexion to ensure foot clearance?

Accepted Answer

Tibialis anterior

Answer

Gastrocnemius

Answer

Soleus

Answer

Peroneus longus

Question 2

A patient demonstrates a positive Trendelenburg sign on the right side during single-limb stance. Which muscle is most likely weak?

Accepted Answer

Right gluteus medius

Answer

Left gluteus medius

Answer

Right quadratus lumborum

Answer

Left iliopsoas

Question 3

Which orthotic device is most appropriate for a patient with a flaccid dorsiflexor paralysis and intact plantarflexors?

Accepted Answer

Posterior leaf spring AFO

Answer

Solid ankle AFO

Answer

Floor reaction AFO

Answer

KAFO with drop lock

Question 4

In normal gait, at what percentage of the gait cycle does the opposite foot make initial contact (double support ends)?

Accepted Answer

10%

Answer

25%

Answer

40%

Answer

50%

Question 5

A patient with a transtibial amputation exhibits excessive knee flexion during midstance on the prosthetic side. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Socket is aligned too far anterior

Answer

Socket is aligned too far posterior

Answer

Prosthetic foot is too stiff

Answer

Heel cushion is too firm

Question 6

Which balance assessment tool specifically measures anticipatory postural control during self-initiated perturbations?

Accepted Answer

Functional Reach Test

Answer

Romberg Test

Answer

Sensory Organization Test

Answer

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