Concussion Management for the Physical Therapist Practice Test

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• What is the 29-item self-report questionnaire called that measures five concussion clinical profiles?
• Adaptation exercises symptom management involves which guideline?
• Which statement about second impact syndrome is true?
• What is the incline progression per minute during the Buffalo treadmill test?
• Which of the following are stopping criteria for the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test?
• Which of the following is NOT a dynamic exertional test example?
• An abnormal joint position error test result is defined as more than what degree horizontally?
• Is injury severity linked to the development of post-concussion syndrome?
• SCOAT 6 is performed 72 hours after a sport-related concussion for which age group in children?
• Which term describes symptoms lasting longer than four weeks after a concussion in adults?
• What test is used to assess deep cervical neck flexor endurance?
• Which factor is identified as a risk factor for CTE related to exposure duration?
• Which symptom is characteristic of the cervical trajectory after a concussion?
• What is second impact syndrome?
• What is the primary purpose of the Vestibular-Ocular Motor Screen (VOMS)?
• SCOAT 6 is performed after how many hours following a sport-related concussion?
• Is a concussion a structural injury?
• Which tool is used for on-field sports-related concussion evaluation?
• Under the Buffalo Concussion TMT framework, which types of exercise are permitted?
• What is the recommended progression surface for adaptation exercises?
• Which of the following is a symptom of CTE?
• Concussion phase 2 occurs within which timeframe after impact?
• Which symptom is part of the cognitive/fatigue trajectory?
• Which approach addresses cognitive, psychological, and emotional problems in CTE management?
• Which passive upper cervical mobility assessment evaluates the atlantoaxial joint?
• Substitution exercises aim to compensate for losses by enhancing which systems?
• What are the phases of the neuro metabolic cascade?
• Concussion diagnosis is typically made by what method?
• What is the maximum number of errors on the BESS for a single condition?
• What is the purpose of the cervical flexor endurance test?
• Which item is listed as a concussion prevention strategy in youth sports?
• Which professional is primarily responsible for addressing autonomic aspects within concussion rehabilitation?
• What is the outcome of the excitatory phase in the brain?
• Which statement is NOT a feature of the ocular trajectory?
• In concussion rehabilitation, which domain would a physical therapist be addressing to improve balance and postural control?
• Complete physiological recovery after concussion takes how long?
• Which of the following is an example of a habituation exercise?
• What is the primary goal of substitution exercises?
• Which assessment addresses vascular concerns in the cervical screen for red flags?
• Which statement best describes concussion phase 3?
• Concussion can be diagnosed in which settings?
• Which of the following would NOT count as an error on the BESS scoring?
• CTE progression in later life can lead to which of the following?
• The exertional exam in concussion assessment measures which capacity?
• How are habituation exercises typically started?
• Spurling's test is used to assess which of the following?
• Which set of items correctly identifies the return-to-protocol categories after concussion?
• What is the primary goal of adaptation exercises?
• SCOAT 6 is performed 72 hours after a sport-related concussion for which age group?
• In the cervical screen for red flags, which statement best describes what is included?
• Which of the following is an upper motor neuron sign indicating neurologic red flags?
• An abnormal smooth pursuit neck torsion test would show which finding during the torsion component?
• Which cervical spine special test is used to assess C1-C2 mobility?
• Which domain is included in the ImPACT test?
• What is the primary purpose of the smooth pursuit neck torsion test?
• CTE is described as a degenerative brain disease found in which groups?
• Which test is used to assess dynamic balance?
• Which initial symptom is a risk factor for developing post-concussion syndrome?
• Post concussion syndrome AKA?
• Which item is NOT typically included in a cervical spine assessment?
• Which test specifically measures endurance of the deep neck flexors using a BP cuff?
• During the spreading phase after a head injury, which statement best describes the brain?
• Which approach is described as a treatment/management strategy for CTE?
• Which statement describes the mechanism of VSR training?
• How long must an individual typically stay at each step when progressing through return-to-sport protocols?
• Which effects are included in the neuro metabolic cascade after concussion?
• What is the primary goal of using virtual reality in concussion rehabilitation?
• What is the purpose of the cervical torsion test?
• Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for post-concussion syndrome?
• Which of the following is an example of dynamic exertional testing?
• Habituation exercises are designed to...
• Which symptom is characteristic of the vestibular trajectory?
• Which of the following is a valid example of a multi-planar habituation movement?
• What is the primary purpose of the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test?
• An abnormal head-neck differentiation test may present with which of the following?
• Which symptom cluster is typical for cervicogenic dizziness?
• Adaptation exercise progression background involves which type of visual background?
• In the described treatment sequence, which condition was addressed after addressing cervical spine issues and before oculomotor rehab?
• Which of the following is a type of concussion clinical trajectory?
• SCAT-6 utility decreases after how many hours?
• What is the recommended progression duration for adaptation exercises?
• At which step are contact drills permitted?
• Where is the starting point for concussion treatment?
• Which statement about the CP-screen is true?
• How is concussion defined?
• An abnormal result on the cervical flexion-rotation test is defined as what?
• According to the described sequence, which order correctly prioritizes treatment?
• Which cervical spine diagnosis is commonly seen with concussion?
• What is the most common cause of concussion?
• Which sleep hygiene practice involves establishing a consistent time to go to bed?
• Does symptom resolution imply concussion resolution?
• Which cognitive domain is assessed by the ImPACT test?
• Concussion phase 3 occurs within which timeframe after impact?
• Which item is described as a grounding technique?
• What is the leading cause of injury-related emergency visits for children under 5?
• How is CTE diagnosed?
• What is required to reach Step 4 in the return-to-sport protocol?
• Which domains are included in the physical therapist's role in concussion rehabilitation?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test in return-to-sport decision-making?
• In screening for labyrinthine fistula or superior canal dehiscence, which maneuvers are used?
• Which test helps differentiate whether dizziness originates from vestibular or cervical sources?
• Which option is NOT listed as a type of adaptation exercise for concussion?
• Which protocol focuses on academic reintegration after concussion?
• Which category includes workplace and bike accidents as unspecified causes?
• Which tool is used for military acute concussion evaluation?
• Which test assesses static balance and sensory integration?
• What is the typical progression order for adaptation exercises by position?
• The COR complements the VOR to maintain gaze stability. Which system contributes most to COR?
• Substitution is typically used for which condition?
• Substitution exercises, in the context of vestibular rehabilitation, are most appropriate for which scenario?
• Which combination of tests is used to assess cervicogenic dizziness?
• What is the ImPACT test primarily used for?
• What is the stated purpose of nervous system calming techniques?
• What is the goal of the head-neck differentiation test?
• Which of the following is NOT assessed by the ImPACT test?
• Which method is commonly used to deliver virtual reality vestibular therapy?
• Which statement about the VOMS is accurate?
• Which of the following is a risk factor for post-concussion syndrome?
• What is the relationship between the return-to-learn and return-to-sport protocols as described?
• Which activity can serve as a habituation exercise in vestibular rehabilitation?
• Which ocular intervention is listed for training smooth pursuits?
• What do concussion clinical trajectories help guide?
• What should be recorded at the time the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test stops?
• What is the guidance for daytime napping in sleep hygiene?
• Which statement is true about cervicogenic dizziness?
• Concussion phase 1 occurs within which timeframe after impact?
• HiMAT results indicate that a higher score represents what?
• What is recommended during concussion phase 2?
• Child SCAT-6 is appropriate for which age range?
• When is the COR most active?
• Which of the following is NOT a test included in the VOMS?
• What must be achieved for a patient to advance from Step 3 to Step 4 in the progression?
• Which phase is when the brain is most vulnerable to a second injury?
• Habituation exercises (alternative phrasing) are designed to?
• Concussion is best described as what type of brain disruption?
• Which activity is listed as a calming activity to support sleep hygiene?
• Sensory mismatch between cervical, vestibular, and visual inputs can cause which symptoms?
• What are the mean hold times for the cervical flexor endurance test for men and women?
• What is the mean hold time for men on the cervical flexor endurance test?
• Can CTE be definitively diagnosed during life?
• What is the 21-question self-report questionnaire measuring symptoms that commonly occur after a concussion?
• Buffalo Concussion TMT protocol prescribes exercising at what intensity and duration per day after a 5-minute warm-up?
• Which item is included in the concussion-specific systems review?
• What is the goal of VSR training/balance training?
• Which statement best describes the general structure of the return-to-sport progression?
• Which assessments are included in the Vestibular-Ocular Motor Screen (VOMS)?
• Which step of the return-to-sport protocol would you expect to reintroduce contact drills?
• Which statement best describes the effects of the mechanism of injury causing concussion?
• How long should each BESS stance be held?
• Which symptom is commonly remembered with labyrinthine fistula or superior canal dehiscence?
• What can the Post Concussion Symptom Scale do?
• Which symptom is associated with mood/anxiety trajectory?
• Impaired cervicogenic reflexes can occur with which condition?
• What is an example of steady-state exertional testing used in concussion management?
• The excitatory phase occurs from the initial head impact up to how many minutes after the injury?
• Which assessment tests cervical joint position sense through repositioning error?
• Substitution exercises involve...
• Which of the following is a pre-existing condition that increases the risk for post-concussion syndrome?
• Coordination testing in neurologic screening primarily assesses which system?
• What is chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)?
• Virtual reality in concussion rehabilitation is used to
• In concussion phase 3, which timeframe has some studies suggested?
• Which symptom is characteristic of the ocular trajectory?
• Which item is included in PT assessment items for concussion?
• What does the joint position error test assess?
• Which item is an example of an important history question for concussion assessment?
• What do most dynamic exertional tests combine?
• Which is a role of the physical therapist in concussion management?
• What activity was added after addressing initial therapy and BPPV as part of the sequence?
• Post concussion syndrome is defined as symptoms lasting more than how long in adults?
• Which symptom is NOT typically listed as part of the abnormal head-neck differentiation test?
• What is the recommended speed range for head movements during adaptation exercises?
• Which test is described as part of the cervical screen for red flags to assess instability?
• During cervical spine palpation, which finding would indicate the presence of muscle trigger points?
• Which trajectory includes fatigue and fogginess?
• Which statement describes the pathophysiology of second impact syndrome?
• Which symptom is typical of the post-traumatic migraine trajectory?
• During adaptation, which background progression is described?
• During spreading phase, what best describes the brain's energy state?
• Which item is NOT listed as a concussion prevention strategy in youth sports?
• Which of the following is a risk factor for CTE?
• What happens during the excitatory phase?
• Which vestibular intervention involves desensitization to movement or stimuli?
• The cervical ocular reflex (COR) does which of the following?
• The postural stability exam in concussion assessment evaluates which aspect?
• How long does the ImPACT test take to administer?
• Which statement best describes canalith repositioning maneuvers?
• Which protocol must be in place before a return-to-sport protocol can be initiated?
• Cervicogenic dizziness is best described as which of the following?
• Which of the following is listed as an intervention idea for cervicogenic dizziness and headache?
• Which are considered types of adaptation exercises for concussion?
• Is loss of consciousness required for a concussion diagnosis?
• Which of the following is listed as a risk factor for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)?
• Which statement best reflects sleep hygiene regarding caffeine and alcohol?
• During adaptation exercise progression, not increasing symptoms more than how many points past baseline is recommended?
• The cervical flexion rotation test is used to assess rotation at which segment and to help diagnose cervicogenic headache.
• How often should re-examination occur when following the Buffalo Concussion TMT protocol?
• Which of the following is a typical example of a virtual reality-based vestibular rehabilitation setup?
• Which test is used to assess static balance?
• Is there an objective test to diagnose a concussion?
• What is the Glasgow Coma Scale range typically associated with a concussion?
• An abnormal cervical torsion test may present with which of the following symptom sets?
• Which exercise is listed for convergence insufficiency?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with cervicogenic dizziness?
• In the concussion-specific systems review, which history item is included?
• Substitution exercises are typically not performed with concussion patients because they
• Which tool is used for pediatric on-field concussion evaluation?
• Which item is listed as a vestibular intervention category?
• Which statement best reflects a sleep hygiene guideline regarding evening stimulation?
• Which of the following is a military-related mechanism for concussion?
• SCAT-6 is designed for which age group?
• Which statement best describes adaptation exercises in concussion rehabilitation?
• What is the correct timing for the spreading phase after head injury?
• In virtual reality therapy, what is the recommended initial duration for a single bout?
• Which intervention is used to address saccadic eye insufficiency?
• Which trajectory is characterized by headaches or migraines following a concussion?
• At which step are sport-specific activities permitted during the return-to-sport protocol?
• What is cervicogenic dizziness?
• In the VOMS, saccades are performed in which directions?
• Which protein misfolds in CTE pathology?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a physical therapist's role in concussion rehab?
• Which of the following is a canalith repositioning maneuver?
• If symptoms worsen or reappear, what is the recommended action in the progression through return-to-sport steps?
• During the Buffalo Concussion treadmill test, which measurements are recorded?