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📋 SECTION A - MCQ WALKTHROUGHS

Paper 1 (Internal Exam 2026) - Q1 to Q6

Q1. Which type of muscle contraction occurs when the muscle generates force but does NOT change its length? ✅ Answer: a. Isometric contraction

The student marked (d) Eccentric - that is WRONG
Isometric = force generated, NO length change (e.g. holding a position)
Isotonic = length changes (concentric = shortens, eccentric = lengthens)
Isokinetic = constant velocity movement
🔑 Exam tip: "Iso-metric" = same measure/length. No movement = isometric.

Q2. Which type of outcome measure is based on a clinician's observations and professional judgment? ✅ Answer: d. Clinician-reported measures ✔ (student got this right)

Self-report = patient tells you (pain scale, questionnaire)
Performance-based = patient performs a task (6-min walk test)
Observer-reported = non-clinician observer (carer)
Clinician-reported = professional judgment/observation
🔑 Tip: "Clinician" = the physiotherapist themselves making the judgment.

Q3. When does DOMS usually peak after exercise? ✅ Answer: c. 24-72 hours post-exercise ✔ (student got this right)

DOMS = Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Starts: 6-12 hrs | Peaks: 24-72 hrs | Resolves: 96 hrs+
NOT immediately - that's acute soreness
🔑 Mnemonic: "DOMS peaks Day 1-3 after hard exercise"

Q4. Which test assesses sensory function corresponding to a specific spinal nerve root? ✅ Answer: b. Dermatome testing ✔ (student got this right)

Dermatome = skin area supplied by ONE spinal nerve root (sensory)
Myotome = muscle group supplied by one nerve root (motor)
Reflex testing = tests the reflex arc, not pure sensory
🔑 Tip: Derma = skin = sensory. Myo = muscle = motor.

Q5. In SEADS inspection method, what does 'E' represent? ✅ Answer: b. Erythema ✔ (student got this right)

SEADS stands for:
- S - Swelling
- E - Erythema (redness)
- A - Atrophy
- D - Deformity
- S - Skin changes
🔑 Edema starts with E too - but Erythema is the correct SEADS term.

Q6. Which evaluation involves the patient actively contracting the muscle against resistance applied by the examiner? ✅ Answer: b. Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) ✔ (student got this right)

MMT = patient actively contracts, examiner applies resistance and grades 0-5
Passive testing = examiner moves the limb, patient relaxes
EMG = electrical activity recording
🔑 Key word: "actively contracting against resistance" = MMT every time.

Paper 2 (Q7-Q14)

Q7. Type of stretching involving HOLDING a stretch position without movement? ✅ Answer: b. Static stretching ✔ (student correct)

Static = hold still for 15-60 seconds, no bouncing
Ballistic = bouncing/repetitive quick stretches
Dynamic = controlled movement through range
PNF = uses contract-relax technique with a partner
🔑 Static = stationary = no movement.

Q8. Which phase primarily prepares the body for upcoming physical activity? ✅ Answer: a. Warm-up ✔ (student correct)

Warm-up = raises body temp, increases blood flow, prepares muscles
Cool-down = returns body to resting state AFTER exercise
🔑 "Prepare the body" = warm-up. "Return to rest" = cool-down.

Q9. Which exercise type primarily aims at increasing range of motion of joints? ✅ Answer: b. Flexibility training ✔ (student correct)

Flexibility training targets joint ROM via stretching
Strength = force production
Endurance = sustained activity
Power = speed x strength
🔑 ROM = Flexibility. Always.

Q10. Common symptom of fatigue during exercise? ✅ Answer: b. Muscle weakness and tiredness ✔ (student correct)

Fatigue = reduced ability to generate force = weakness + tiredness
Options a, c, d (increased strength, decreased flexibility, enhanced coordination) are NOT fatigue symptoms
🔑 Fatigue = weakness + tiredness. The opposite of increased strength.

Q11. The ICF framework is based on which model of health and disability? ✅ Answer: b. Biopsychosocial model ✔ (student correct)

ICF (International Classification of Functioning) = WHO framework
It considers biological + psychological + social factors
Biomedical model = only looks at disease/pathology
🔑 ICF = Biopsychosocial. BIO-PSYCHO-SOCIAL = whole person approach.

Q12. Which anatomical landmarks measure APPARENT leg length? ✅ Answer: c. Umbilicus to medial malleolus ✔ (student correct)

Apparent leg length = Umbilicus → Medial malleolus (not a true bony measurement)
True leg length = ASIS → Medial malleolus
🔑 Apparent = Umbilicus (soft landmark). True = ASIS (bony landmark).

Q13. Principle involving progressively increasing intensity/duration/frequency? ✅ Answer: b. Overload ✔ (student correct)

Overload = progressively increase stress on the body to improve performance
Specificity = train specific to your goal/sport
Reversibility = gains lost when training stops ("use it or lose it")
🔑 Progressive increase = Overload principle.

Q14. In MMT, which test has the examiner applying INCREASING resistance until they overcome the patient's force? ✅ Answer: a. Make test ✔ (student correct)

Make test = patient holds position, examiner builds force until they BREAK the patient's hold
Break test = examiner applies sudden force to break the patient's resistance
🔑 Make test = examiner "makes" the muscle give way gradually. Break test = sudden break.

📝 SECTION B - SUBJECTIVE QUESTION MODEL ANSWERS

Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)

Q1. Main components of ICF (0.5 x 4 = 2)

The ICF has 4 components:

Body Functions - physiological/psychological functions (e.g. muscle power)
Body Structures - anatomical parts (e.g. bones, joints)
Activities - execution of a task by an individual (e.g. walking)
Participation - involvement in life situations (e.g. working, sports)

Plus contextual factors: Environmental (external) and Personal (internal).

Q2. Mission of NEPTA (2 marks)

NEPTA = Nepal Physiotherapy Association. Mission: To promote and develop the physiotherapy profession in Nepal through education, research, and advocacy, ensuring quality physiotherapy services for the health and wellbeing of the Nepali people.

Q3. Postural analysis from anterior view with stick diagram (1+1)

Procedure:

Patient stands in anatomical position, feet shoulder-width apart
Examiner stands in front and assesses from feet upward:
- Feet: arch, pronation/supination
- Knees: valgus/varus alignment
- Pelvis: level (check ASIS symmetry)
- Trunk: lateral tilt, rib cage symmetry
- Shoulders: level comparison
- Head: midline position

Stick diagram (anterior view) - describe to draw:

        O  (head - midline)
       /|\  (shoulders level)
       / \
      |   |  (pelvis - ASIS level)
     / \ / \
    /   X   \  (knees facing forward)
   |    |    |
  feet neutral

Q4. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) (2 marks)

DOMS is muscle pain and stiffness that occurs 24-72 hours after unaccustomed or intense exercise, particularly eccentric exercise. It results from micro-tears in muscle fibers and connective tissue, triggering inflammation. It resolves spontaneously within 96 hours.

Q5. Types of communication + 2 qualities of active listener (1+1)

Types of communication:

Verbal, Non-verbal, Written, Visual, Formal, Informal

Two qualities of an active listener:

Maintains eye contact and gives full attention
Does not interrupt and provides feedback (nodding, paraphrasing)

Q6. Derived position + 2 kneeling positions (1+1)

Derived position: A position obtained by modifying a fundamental/basic position (lying, sitting, standing, kneeling) to achieve a specific therapeutic goal.

Two derived kneeling positions:

Half-kneeling - one knee on ground, opposite foot flat on floor
Tall kneeling - both knees on ground, hips extended upright

Q7. Qualities of a good leader (0.5 x 4 = 2)

Good communicator
Decision-making ability
Empathy and compassion
Ability to motivate and inspire others

Q8. Overpressure + end feel in joint assessment (1+1)

Overpressure: Additional force applied by the examiner at the END of the patient's active range of motion to assess passive range and end feel.

Use in end feel assessment:

Applied gently at end range to feel the "quality" of resistance:
- Hard end feel = bone-on-bone (normal at elbow extension)
- Soft end feel = soft tissue approximation (normal at knee flexion)
- Firm end feel = capsular/ligamentous stretch (normal at shoulder rotation)
- Empty end feel = pain stops movement before tissue resistance = ABNORMAL

Q9. Four benefits of warm-up (0.5 x 4 = 2)

Increases muscle temperature and blood flow
Improves flexibility and joint mobility
Mentally prepares the athlete for exercise
Reduces risk of injury by preparing muscles and tendons

Q10. Two differences: Aerobic vs Anaerobic exercise (1+1)

Feature	Aerobic	Anaerobic
Oxygen use	Requires oxygen	Does NOT require oxygen
Duration	Long duration, low-moderate intensity	Short duration, high intensity
Energy source	Fat + glucose	Glucose only (glycolysis)
Example	Jogging, cycling	Sprinting, weightlifting

(Write any 2 differences for full marks.)

Q11. Define MMT + why stabilization is important (1+1)

MMT: A clinical assessment tool used to evaluate the strength of individual muscles or muscle groups by grading them on a scale of 0 to 5 based on the patient's ability to move against gravity and resistance.

Why stabilization is important: Stabilization prevents compensatory movements by other muscles, ensuring the muscle being tested is actually the one generating force, giving accurate and reliable results.

Q12. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) + steps (1+1)

EBP: The conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence integrated with clinical expertise and patient values to make clinical decisions.

Steps of EBP (5 A's):

Ask - formulate a clinical question (PICO)
Acquire - search for best evidence
Appraise - critically evaluate the evidence
Apply - apply to clinical practice
Assess - evaluate the outcome

Q13. Limb Length Discrepancy (LLD) + two types (1+1)

LLD: A condition in which the two lower limbs differ in length, causing asymmetry, gait deviation, and possible pain.

Two types:

True (Structural) LLD - actual difference in bone length (measured ASIS to medial malleolus)
Apparent (Functional) LLD - no actual bone length difference; caused by pelvic tilt, muscle contracture, or postural deviation (measured umbilicus to medial malleolus)

Q14. Range of Motion + Active vs Passive ROM (1+1)

ROM: The arc of motion through which a joint moves, measured in degrees.

Feature	Active ROM	Passive ROM
Who moves?	Patient moves independently	Examiner moves the limb
Muscle activity	Muscles are active	Muscles are relaxed
Purpose	Assesses neuromuscular function	Assesses joint/capsular restriction
Normal range	Usually slightly less	Usually slightly more

Q15. Outcome measure + types (1+1)

Outcome measure: A standardized tool used to quantify a patient's health status, function, or progress over time.

Types:

Self-reported (e.g. VAS pain scale, SF-36)
Performance-based (e.g. 6-Minute Walk Test, Timed Up and Go)
Observer-reported (e.g. by carer or family)
Clinician-reported (e.g. MMT, goniometry)

🏥 SECTION B - CLINICAL BASED QUESTIONS (5 marks each)

Clinical Q1: Sita - 45F, elbow fracture, restricted ROM

a. Starting position for goniometer measurement of elbow flexion/extension (1 mark) Patient in supine lying or sitting with the arm in the anatomical position - shoulder at 0° abduction, forearm supinated, elbow at side of body.

b. Normal ROM values for elbow (2 marks)

Flexion: 0° to 145° (135-150°)
Extension: 0° (full extension = 0°; hyperextension up to 5-10° in some individuals)

c. Goniometer placement stick diagram (2 marks):

     Fulcrum = Lateral epicondyle of humerus
           ↓
    ___________●___________
   (Stationary arm          (Moving arm
    along humerus)           along radius/forearm)

- Axis: Lateral epicondyle
- Stationary arm: Parallel to lateral midline of HUMERUS
- Moving arm: Parallel to lateral midline of RADIUS (toward radial styloid)

Clinical Q2: Raju - 25M, femur fracture, ICF model

a. Body structures and body functions affected (1 mark)

Body structures: Left femur bone, hip joint, knee joint, surrounding muscles
Body functions: Muscle power (b730), joint mobility (b710), gait pattern (b770)

b. Activity limitations (1 mark)

Difficulty walking/ambulating independently
Cannot perform transfers (sit-to-stand)
Difficulty with stairs, dressing, and self-care

c. Participation restrictions (1 mark)

Cannot attend college classes
Unable to participate in social activities
Dependent on others - loss of work/student role

d. Contextual factors (2 marks)

Environmental factors: Availability of assistive devices (walker/crutches), hospital accessibility, family support, financial resources
Personal factors: Age (25 - young, good healing potential), motivation, prior fitness level, psychological response to injury

Clinical Q3: Raju (IT professional) - exercise program

a. SAID Principle (1 mark) SAID = Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands The body adapts specifically to the type of stress placed upon it. For cardiovascular improvement, exercises must specifically stress the cardiovascular system (e.g. aerobic exercises like running, cycling).

b. Principles to ensure long-term improvement (2 marks)

Overload - gradually increase intensity/duration beyond current capacity
Progression - systematically increase training load over time
Reversibility - maintain consistency; gains reverse if training stops
Specificity - cardiovascular exercises must be aerobic in nature

c. Two exercises supporting cardiovascular endurance (2 marks)

Brisk walking / jogging - 30 min, 3-5 days/week, moderate intensity (60-70% max HR)
Cycling (stationary or outdoor) - low impact, sustained aerobic demand, good for a returning athlete

Clinical Q4: 20F athlete - limb length and girth assessment

a. Apparent limb length + segmental limb length procedure (2 marks)

Apparent limb length:

Patient in supine, legs together and parallel
Measure from Umbilicus → Medial malleolus (same side)
Compare both sides

Segmental limb length:

Measures individual segments:
- Thigh: ASIS → Medial knee joint line
- Leg: Medial knee joint line → Medial malleolus
Identifies WHICH segment has the discrepancy

b. Girth assessment steps + why measure girth (2 marks)

Steps:

Position patient supine, limbs in neutral
Use a non-elastic measuring tape
Mark bony landmarks (e.g. 5 cm, 10 cm, 15 cm above/below patella)
Measure circumference at the same level on both limbs
Record and compare bilaterally

Why measure girth: To detect muscle atrophy or swelling. In this athlete, asymmetry and pelvic hike suggest possible muscle wasting or hypertrophy on one side contributing to functional LLD.

c. Two key documentation points (1 mark)

Exact measurement and landmark used (e.g. "15 cm above superior pole of patella, right = 42 cm, left = 39 cm")
Patient position at time of measurement (e.g. supine, knee extended)

⚡ QUICK REVISION CHEAT SHEET

Topic	Key fact
Isometric	Force, NO length change
DOMS peak	24-72 hours
True leg length	ASIS → Medial malleolus
Apparent leg length	Umbilicus → Medial malleolus
ICF model	Biopsychosocial
Overload principle	Progressive increase in intensity
MMT scale	0-5
Dermatome	Sensory, spinal nerve root
Myotome	Motor, spinal nerve root
SEADS - E	Erythema
Make test	Gradual resistance until overcome
EBP steps	Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess
End feel (abnormal)	Empty end feel
Elbow flexion ROM	0-145°
SAID	Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands

Good luck tomorrow! You've got solid foundational knowledge - just keep the key definitions tight and use the landmark rules for leg length. You've got this! 🎯

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