CCPE

Question 1

What must you do before any patient interaction in the CCPE?

Answer 1

Handwashing.

Question 2

What must you do immediately after handwashing?

Answer 2

Introduce yourself with name and role (student physical therapist).

Question 3

What key items must be obtained in the patient history?

Answer 3

Age, occupation, medications/allergies, PMH, general health, level of function, signs/symptoms.

Question 4

What is a red flag?

Answer 4

A finding suggesting a serious medical condition requiring referral.

Question 5

What are common red flags PTs must recognize?

Answer 5

Chest pain, shortness of breath, neurological deficits, unexplained weight loss, fever, night sweats, bowel/bladder changes.

Question 6

What are cardiac risk factors?

Answer 6

Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, smoking, family history, obesity, age (M>45, F>55), sedentary lifestyle.

Question 7

What vitals must be collected in CCPE?

Answer 7

HR, BP, RR, SpO2, pain level.

Question 8

What is normal adult HR?

Answer 8

60–100 bpm.

Question 9

What is normal adult BP?

Answer 9

<120/80 mmHg.

Question 10

What is normal adult respiratory rate?

Answer 10

12–20 breaths/min.

Question 11

What is normal adult SpO2?

Answer 11

95–100%.

Question 12

What number is used for pain scale?

Answer 12

0–10 numeric rating.

Question 13

What screening exam must be performed on ALL cases?

Answer 13

Upper Quarter OR Lower Quarter screen depending on patient report.

Question 14

When is an Upper Quarter screen appropriate?

Answer 14

Neck, shoulder, arm symptoms or unclear complaint.

Question 15

When is a Lower Quarter screen appropriate?

Answer 15

Low back, hip, leg symptoms or unclear complaint.

Question 16

What does an Upper Quarter screen include?

Answer 16

C-spine AROM, dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes, UE strength, UE sensation.

Question 17

What does a Lower Quarter screen include?

Answer 17

L-spine AROM, dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes, LE strength, LE sensation.

Question 18

What are the UE myotome tests?

Answer 18

C5: abduction, C6: elbow flexion/wrist extension, C7: elbow extension, C8: finger flexion, T1: finger abduction.

Question 19

What are the LE myotome tests?

Answer 19

L2: hip flexion, L3: knee extension, L4: dorsiflexion, L5: great toe extension, S1: plantarflexion.

Question 20

What are common UE dermatomes?

Answer 20

C5 lateral arm, C6 thumb, C7 middle finger, C8 pinky, T1 medial forearm.

Question 21

What are common LE dermatomes?

Answer 21

L3 medial knee, L4 medial ankle, L5 dorsum of foot, S1 lateral foot.

Question 22

What reflexes are tested in UQ screen?

Answer 22

Biceps (C5-6), brachioradialis (C6), triceps (C7).

Question 23

What reflexes are tested in LQ screen?

Answer 23

Patellar (L3-4), Achilles (S1-2).

Question 24

When should you include a balance screen?

Answer 24

If patient history or age suggests fall risk or impaired balance.

Question 25

What is a quick balance test to perform in CCPE?

Answer 25

Tandem stance or single-leg stance.

Question 26

What indicates abnormal balance?

Answer 26

Unable to hold ≥10 seconds in listed stance.

Question 28

What does FITT stand for?

Answer 28

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type.

Question 29

What is intensity for strength training?

Answer 29

60–80% 1RM or RPE 7–8.

Question 30

What is recommended frequency for strength?

Answer 30

2–3 days/week.

Question 31

What is recommended time (volume) for strength?

Answer 31

8–12 reps, 2–3 sets.

Question 32

What is appropriate type for strength?

Answer 32

Multi-joint functional movements or machine/free weight exercises.

Question 34

What is the expected CCPE requirement for strengthening?

Answer 34

Select and demonstrate exercises for TWO separate muscle groups.

Question 35

What are good CCPE-safe strength exercises for lower body?

Answer 35

Sit-to-stand, bridges, step-ups, squats.

Question 36

What are good CCPE-safe strength exercises for upper body?

Answer 36

Rows, wall push-ups, biceps curls, shoulder abduction with band.

Question 38

What is intensity for stretching?

Answer 38

Low load, mild discomfort, no pain.

Question 39

What is frequency for stretching?

Answer 39

At least 2–3 days/week, ideally daily.

Question 40

What is time for stretching?

Answer 40

Hold 20–30 seconds; 2–4 reps per muscle.

Question 41

What does CCPE require for stretching?

Answer 41

Demonstrate TWO exercises to improve soft tissue extensibility.

Question 42

What are examples of safe CCPE stretches?

Answer 42

Hamstring stretch, pec doorway stretch, quad stretch, gastroc stretch, upper trap stretch.

Question 44

What VO2 estimation test is appropriate for CCPE?

Answer 44

YMCA 3-minute step test OR 6-minute walk test.

Question 45

What step height for YMCA test?

Answer 45

12 inches.

Question 46

What cadence is used in YMCA step test?

Answer 46

96 bpm.

Question 47

What does 6MWT measure?

Answer 47

Submaximal aerobic endurance and functional capacity.

Question 49

What aerobic mode can you recommend?

Answer 49

Walking, cycling, elliptical, swimming—depending on patient preference and safety.

Question 50

What aerobic frequency is recommended?

Answer 50

3–5 days/week.

Question 51

What aerobic intensity is recommended?

Answer 51

Moderate (40–59% HRR or RPE 12–13).

Question 52

What aerobic time is recommended?

Answer 52

20–60 minutes depending on tolerance.

Question 54

What model guides the CCPE clinical reasoning process?

Answer 54

The Patient/Client Management Model.

Question 55

What are the components of the Patient/Client Management Model?

Answer 55

Examination, Evaluation, Diagnosis, Prognosis, Intervention, Outcomes.

Question 56

What belongs in the examination?

Answer 56

History, systems review, tests and measures.

Question 57

What belongs in evaluation?

Answer 57

Interpretation of data, clinical judgment, identifying impairments and limitations.

Question 58

What belongs in prognosis?

Answer 58

Predicted level of improvement and timeframe.

Question 59

What belongs in the plan of care?

Answer 59

Goals and interventions.

Question 60

What belongs in outcomes?

Answer 60

Measurable changes in function and impairment.

Question 62

What should goals look like?

Answer 62

Patient-centered, functional, measurable, time-bound.

Question 63

What is an example of a functional goal?

Answer 63

Patient will walk for 10 minutes without rest to improve cardiovascular fitness within 4 weeks.

Question 64

What should short-term goals address?

Answer 64

Impairments (strength, ROM, balance).

Question 65

What should long-term goals address?

Answer 65

Functional tasks and participation.

Question 67

What is essential in professional communication?

Answer 67

Use of lay language and avoiding medical jargon.

Question 68

What is required clothing for CCPE?

Answer 68

Street clothes, Creighton name tag, professional appearance; no jeans, no open-toed shoes.

Question 69

What jewelry is allowed?

Answer 69

Small earrings, plain chain, wedding band only.

Question 70

Can you chew gum during the CCPE?

Answer 70

No.

Question 71

What grooming standards are required?

Answer 71

Clean hair, trimmed nails, neutral polish only.

Question 72

What must you bring to CCPE?

Answer 72

Examination kit and wristwatch.

Question 74

What question will faculty often ask during strengthening demonstration?

Answer 74

What muscles are being targeted and why is this exercise appropriate?

Question 75

What question will faculty ask during stretching demonstration?

Answer 75

What structures are you lengthening and what is the purpose?

Question 76

What question may faculty ask about vitals?

Answer 76

Interpret the values and identify if safe to exercise.

Question 77

What question may faculty ask about red flags?

Answer 77

Which symptoms, if present, require medical referral?

Question 78

What question may faculty ask about cardiac risk stratification?

Answer 78

Is this patient low, moderate, or high risk for exercise-intolerant conditions?

Question 79

What question may faculty ask about FITT?

Answer 79

Explain your aerobic prescription using FITT.

Question 81

What BMI classification is 31?

Answer 81

Obese class I.

Question 82

What BMI classification is 28.3?

Answer 82

Overweight.

Question 83

What BMI classification is 36.6?

Answer 83

Obese class II.

Question 84

What BMI classification is 21?

Answer 84

Normal weight.

Question 86

For a 73-year-old preparing for hiking, what considerations are needed?

Answer 86

Balance, endurance, leg strength, fall-risk reduction.

Question 87

For a 35-year-old preparing for a physical job, what considerations are needed?

Answer 87

Strength, lifting mechanics, aerobic fitness.

Question 88

For a caregiver of grandchildren, what is important?

Answer 88

Core strength, functional mobility, endurance.

Question 90

What is the purpose of systems review?

Answer 90

Identify health conditions that may modify or contraindicate exercise.

Question 92

What must you do if a red flag is found?

Answer 92

Stop assessment and refer to appropriate medical provider.