Pediatrics & Geriatrics Physiotherapy MCQs for NHPC Nepal – BPT License Exam
Here are 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on Pediatrics and Geriatrics Physiotherapy for the BPT Physiotherapy License Examination (NHPC Nepal), with an answer key at the end.
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Pediatric Physiotherapy (25 MCQs)
1. What is the most common type of cerebral palsy?
a) Dyskinetic CP
b) Spastic CP
c) Ataxic CP
d) Mixed CP
2. The Apgar score is used to assess:
a) Birth weight
b) Muscle tone and reflexes at birth
c) Developmental milestones
d) Neonatal feeding ability
3. Which reflex persists the longest in infants?
a) Moro reflex
b) Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex (ATNR)
c) Parachute reflex
d) Palmar grasp reflex
4. What is the most common congenital foot deformity in children?
a) Metatarsus adductus
b) Talipes equinovarus
c) Pes planus
d) Genu valgum
5. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is characterized by:
a) Proximal muscle weakness
b) Hyperreflexia
c) Spasticity
d) Early-onset hypotonia
6. What is Gower’s sign?
a) An indicator of spasticity
b) A sign of proximal muscle weakness
c) A measure of balance
d) A test for scoliosis
7. What is the most effective early intervention for developmental delay?
a) Passive range of motion exercises
b) Family-centered therapy
c) Only pharmacological treatment
d) Serial casting
8. Which is a characteristic feature of spastic cerebral palsy?
a) Hypotonia
b) Hypertonia and hyperreflexia
c) Fluctuating muscle tone
d) Tremors
9. The best intervention for plagiocephaly in infants is:
a) Surgery
b) Cranial helmet therapy and positioning techniques
c) Strength training
d) Bracing
10. Which of the following is a red flag in pediatric development?
a) Rolling over at 4 months
b) Not sitting unsupported by 9 months
c) Babbling at 6 months
d) Walking by 12 months
11. What is the primary focus of physiotherapy for children with spina bifida?
a) Strength training
b) Functional mobility and preventing contractures
c) Respiratory therapy
d) Gait training only
12. Which of the following is true regarding idiopathic scoliosis in children?
a) It is always symptomatic
b) It progresses most rapidly during growth spurts
c) It always requires surgery
d) It is self-limiting
13. The normal age for independent walking is:
a) 6-9 months
b) 10-15 months
c) 16-20 months
d) 21-24 months
14. Which test is used to assess spasticity in children with CP?
a) Modified Ashworth Scale
b) Berg Balance Scale
c) Mini-Mental State Exam
d) Apgar Score
15. The main cause of Erb’s palsy in newborns is:
a) Genetic mutation
b) Birth trauma affecting the brachial plexus
c) Viral infection
d) Neuromuscular disease
Geriatric Physiotherapy (25 MCQs)
16. The most common cause of falls in the elderly is:
a) Poor nutrition
b) Impaired balance and muscle weakness
c) Dehydration
d) Cognitive function decline
17. Which condition is characterized by progressive loss of bone density?
a) Osteoarthritis
b) Osteoporosis
c) Rheumatoid arthritis
d) Sarcopenia
18. The Berg Balance Scale is used to assess:
a) Gait speed
b) Fall risk
c) Muscle strength
d) Cognitive function
19. Which type of exercise is most beneficial for preventing osteoporosis in older adults?
a) Swimming
b) Weight-bearing exercises
c) Cycling
d) Yoga
20. The most common type of arthritis in older adults is:
a) Rheumatoid arthritis
b) Gouty arthritis
c) Osteoarthritis
d) Psoriatic arthritis
21. What is the primary goal of physiotherapy in Parkinson’s disease?
a) Increase dopamine levels
b) Improve balance and movement coordination
c) Reduce muscle atrophy
d) Prevent cardiac complications
22. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test primarily assesses:
a) Muscle endurance
b) Fall risk and functional mobility
c) Spasticity
d) Joint range of motion
23. A common postural abnormality in the elderly due to osteoporosis is:
a) Scoliosis
b) Lordosis
c) Kyphosis
d) Flat back
24. Sarcopenia is defined as:
a) Age-related loss of muscle mass and strength
b) Joint degeneration
c) Cognitive decline
d) Increased fat accumulation
25. What is the most effective strategy for preventing frailty in the elderly?
a) High-calorie diet
b) Regular resistance and endurance training
c) Complete bed rest
d) Avoiding all physical activity
Answer Key
Pediatric Physiotherapy
- b Spastic CP
- b Muscle tone and reflexes at birth
- c Parachute reflex
- b Talipes equinovarus
- a Proximal muscle weakness
- b A sign of proximal muscle weakness
- b Family-centered therapy
- b Hypertonia and hyperreflexia
- b Cranial helmet therapy and positioning techniques
- b Not sitting unsupported by 9 months
- b Functional mobility and preventing contractures
- b It progresses most rapidly during growth spurts
- b 10-15 months
- a Modified Ashworth Scale
- b Birth trauma affecting the brachial plexus
Geriatric Physiotherapy
- b Impaired balance and muscle weakness
- b Osteoporosis
- b Fall risk
- b Weight-bearing exercises
- c Osteoarthritis
- b Improve balance and movement coordination
- b Fall risk and functional mobility
- c Kyphosis
- a Age-related loss of muscle mass and strength
- b Regular resistance and endurance training
Summary
This 50-MCQ set covers essential topics in pediatric and geriatric physiotherapy, including developmental disorders, muscle tone abnormalities, fall prevention, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and exercise interventions for NHPC Nepal BPT licensing exam.