NPTE-Style

Notes

•NPTE-Style Gait Quiz 1. A patient with a transtibial prosthesis presents with pelvic drop on the prosthetic side during initial contact. Which of the following is the most likely patient-related cause? A. Hip flexion contracture B. Contralateral hip abductor weakness C. Excessive dorsiflexion of the prosthetic foot D. Weak quadriceps •Main topic: Cause of pelvic drop during initial contact **Answer:** B - Contralateral hip abductor weakness causes pelvic drop on the prosthetic side. 2. During gait training, a PTA notices a patient vaulting on the intact limb during mid-stance. Which prosthetic factor would MOST likely cause this? A. Prosthetic limb too short B. Prosthetic limb too long C. Excessive socket flexion D. Outset foot placement •Main topic: Prosthetic cause of vaulting during mid-stance **Answer:** B - Prosthetic limb too long leads to vaulting for clearance. 3. A patient demonstrates an abducted gait pattern throughout swing and stance phases with their prosthesis. Which intervention would be most appropriate if the cause is fear of falling? A. Stretching hip adductors B. Balance and stability training over prosthetic limb C. Adjusting...