Podcasts by The NPTE Podcast
Hosted by NPTE expert Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS, this is The NPTE Podcast, here to make sure you have the best and most up-to-date information to crush the NPTE! We all know that the NPTE is one of the biggest hurdles you'll face as you start your PT career, and we're here to help you get the tips, strategies, motivation, and knowledge you need to study like a boss and start your awesome career as a physical therapist.
Further podcasts by Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS
Podcast on the topic Kurse
All episodes
Gastrointestinal Interventions GERD from 2023-12-06T22:52
Which of the following interventions...
Listen
Metabolic&Endocrine Differential Diagnosis from 2023-12-02T00:02
While examining a patient for neck p...
Listen
Integumentary System Interventions from 2023-11-29T23:04
Which of the following precautions i...
Listen
CP Interventions Warfarin from 2023-11-28T00:43
Which of the following educational advisories is MOST warranted for a patient taking warfarin (Coumadin) following a total knee arthroplasty?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared ...
Listen
NM Interventions SCI from 2023-11-22T23:06
In which of the following positions will a patient with a C5 ASIA impairment scale A spinal cord injury MOST likely develop a joint contracture?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepar...
Listen
MSK Examination Pivot-Shift Test from 2023-11-15T23:05
Which of the following descriptions BEST correlates with a positive pivot-shift test in a patient with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficiency?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be pre...
Listen
System Interactions Lasix from 2023-11-02T21:42
Listen
2024 NPTE Updates from 2023-10-31T20:12
Do you know what will be on the 2024 NPTE? Are you familiar with scenario-based items?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! ...
Listen
NPTE Brain Dumping from 2023-10-20T15:59
Are you ready for your NPTE brain dump on test day? Do you know what you'll put on your scratch pads?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with ...
Listen
First-Time NPTE Test Takers from 2023-10-18T09:11
Are you taking the NPTE for the first time? Is this a MUST-PASS situation?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out ww...
Listen
Lymphatic System | Lipedema Interventions from 2023-10-16T23:40
A patient with early-stage lipedema ...
Listen
Gastrointestinal Differential Diagnosis Chronic Diarrhea from 2023-09-27T20:58
A patient with chronic diarrhea is M...
Listen
Navigating Your New Career from 2023-09-25T15:46
Do you have a plan for your new career? Do you want to get the highest compensation possible? What are the costliest mistakes you should avoid?
Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepa...
Listen
Metabolic&Endocrine Interventions from 2023-09-22T09:02
A patient with chronic low back pain...
Listen
Integumentary Interventions Burn Positioning from 2023-09-20T09:54
A patient with a full-thickness burn...
Listen
Cardiopulmonary Differential Diagnosis from 2023-09-18T23:39
A patient with a recent upper respir...
Listen
NM Interventions Pressure Relief from 2023-09-04T20:30
Listen
Nonsystems Equipment&Devices Parkinson's Disease from 2023-08-29T22:40
A patient with moderate Parkinson’s ...
Listen
System Interactions Differential Diagnosis from 2023-08-14T22:27
A patient with type 1 diabetes melli...
Listen
Lymphatic System Interventions GOALS from 2023-08-07T18:54
Which of the following long-term goa...
Listen
073--Gastrointestinal System Interventions from 2022-04-04T20:43:53
An older adult patient reports symptoms consistent with constipation. When educating the patient about exercise and constipation, which of the following statements is MOST correct?
Find ...
Listen
072--Metabolic&Endocrine Interventions Osteoporosis from 2022-02-14T09:22:28
A 67-year-old female presents to the clinic with a history of episodic lumbar pain for evaluation. The patient reports that she has had a reduction in stature in the last year. The patient’s c...
Listen
071--Integumentary System Differential Diagnosis from 2022-02-07T23:55:27
A patient has a burn wound on the arm with the following characteristics: parchment-like, leathery, rigid skin, absent blanching, ischemic appearance. Which of the following burn wound classifi...
Listen
070--Cardiopulmonary Interventions from 2022-01-05T23:23:31
An elderly deconditioned patient with no underlying cardiac conditions or heart disease is receiving instructions on an appropriate aerobic exercise prescription. Which of the following paramet...
Listen
069--System Interactions from 2021-11-17T22:44:23
A patient with Alzheimer’s disease stage 4 is being treated in physical therapy to reduce fall risk and improve postural stability. Which of the following interventions will be LEAST effective ...
Listen
068--Lymphatic System Examination from 2021-11-03T20:17:08
Which of the following findings is most likely to be present in a patient with Stage 0 lymphedema in the lower extremities?
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so t...
Listen
067--Genitourinary System from 2021-10-06T19:37:17
A 28-year-old female patient is being evaluated by a physical therapist for a primary complaint of low back pain. The patient reports that the pain has been intermittent and unrelated to positi...
Listen
066--Gastrointestinal System from 2021-10-06T19:19:38
A patient with a history of diverticulitis displays an antalgic gait pattern and reports right lower quadrant pain that extends into the hip and thigh. With the patient in supine, the therapist...
Listen
065--Top Reasons a Candidate Fails the NPTE from 2021-08-04T18:03:02
There are many reasons a person could have a failed NPTE attempt. In this episode, I talk about the top 5 reasons why a person may have a failed NPTE attempt and how to avoid them.
Find ...
Listen
064--Metabolic and Endocrine Blood Glucose Levels from 2021-07-21T21:35:59
A patient with type II diabetes mellitus is attending physical therapy to address generalized deconditioning. When assessing the patient, which of the following casual blood glucose levels woul...
Listen
063--100,000 Downloads Giveaway! from 2021-06-30T19:53:33
To commemorate 100,000 downloads on The NPTE Podcast, we are going a raffle to give away several thousand dollars' worth of course giveaways.
Two ways to enter the raffle:
- Li... Listen
062--Slaying the Test Anxiety Beast from 2021-06-19T13:43:41
Are you plagued with test anxiety around the NPTE? In this episode, we discuss key tips and tricks to reduce anxiety and boost your NPTE score.
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepa...
Listen
061--Cardiopulmonary System Chest Pain from 2021-05-28T22:02:36
A 55-year-old male patient reports to an outpatient physical therapy gym for a scheduled physical therapy appointment. The patient has a primary diagnosis of low back pain and has been receivin...
Listen
060--NM Peripheral Nerves from 2021-04-28T18:12:06
The Radial Nerve is a BEAST!
The Median Nerve is a 1/2 LOAF
The Ulnar Nerve is the MAFIA
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with...
Listen
059--MSK TMJ from 2021-04-22T23:08:40
A patient is referred to physical therapy with a history of TMJ pain. The therapist notices that the patient is having difficulty closing his mouth against minimal resistance. With this informat...
Listen
058--Nonsystems Prosthetics from 2021-04-16T18:02:20
057--System Interactions from 2021-04-07T17:41:59
A physical therapist is assisting a local school’s football team during their practice session. An athlete presents to the physical therapist with left shoulder pain after being hit hard by anot...
Listen
056--Lymphatic System Bandages from 2021-03-13T16:34:35
When selecting a compression bandage system for a patient with lymphedema, which characteristics will be MOST appropriate for edema reduction?
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepare...
Listen
055--Genitourinary System Urge Incontinence from 2021-02-22T17:14:13
A patient with a T4 complete spinal cord injury exhibits complications associated with urge incontinence. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of the ...
Listen
054--Gastrointestinal System Colon Cancer from 2021-02-12T20:58
In this podcast, we examine a case about the GI system and how to manage interventions with a patient with colon cancer.
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that...
Listen
053--Metabolic&Endocrine System from 2021-01-28T23:50:55
A 38-year-old female complains of a recent onset of increased fatigue and muscle weakness. She also reports feeling very cold most of the time and states that she...
Listen
052--Integumentary System from 2021-01-25T08:00
A patient is referred to physical therapy due to generalized weakness. The patient is diagnosed with AIDS. During the initial session, the physical therapist notices signs of Kaposi's sarcoma du...
Listen
051--Pulmonary Drainage from 2021-01-21T16:47:22
A home health physical therapist is treating an 11-year-old female diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. The therapist finds crackles in the patient’s bilateral upper anterior lobes. Which of the foll...
Listen
050--Neuromuscular System Stroke from 2021-01-19T23:57:54
A physical therapist in a skilled nursing facility is evaluating a patient admitted after suffering a left-sided middle cerebral artery stroke. After assisting the patient from supine to seated ...
Listen
049--MSK System Achilles Tendon from 2021-01-14T21:13:40
A physical therapist is treating a patient following an Achilles tendon rupture reconstruction with a post-operative period of 3 weeks. Which of the following is the BEST intervention to expedi...
Listen
048--Believing in Success from 2021-01-11T23:49:48
Do you struggle with confidence on the NPTE? Do you wish that you had a way to break through that mental barrier?
In this episode, I talk about how to break down the mental walls that ho...
Listen
047--Nonsystems from 2021-01-11T23:43:39
A 56-year-old patient is being evaluated by a physical therapist. The patient complains of low back pain that is aggravated when the patient has been walking for more than 5 minutes. The physic...
Listen
046--Lymphatic System from 2021-01-06T21:22:09
Do you know the difference between primary and secondary lymphedema? Do you know the stages of lymphedema?
Find it all out in this podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass...
Listen
045--Genitourinary Interventions UTI from 2020-11-22T11:00
A physical therapist is treating a patient with a primary diagnosis of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which of the following catheter care techniques is LEAST appropriate in minimizing risk o...
Listen
044--Gastrointestinal System Abdominal Screening from 2020-11-20T22:00:23
A 66-year-old male patient is referred to physical therapy for low back pain that has been exacerbated over the past 7 days. The patient describes the pain as deep and boring in the mid lumba...
Listen
043--Metabolic&Endocrine System Parathyroid Hormone from 2020-11-12T21:11:34
A 78-year-old patient is being examined by a physical therapist in an outpatient setting. The patient’s primary complaints include bilateral hand arthralgia, generalized muscle weakness, and ex...
Listen
042--The PTA Exam Podcast from 2020-11-11T19:04:47
This podcast episode is for PTA's only! I've put the settings to "spontaneous combustion" for anyone else that attempts to listen to this super-special episode.
In this episode, we talk ...
Listen
041--Facts About Failing the NPTE from 2020-11-03T19:58:57
In this episode, I talk about the key facts that accompany a fail on the NPTE.
A failed NPTE attempt can be devastating, and I go through some of the key things you need to know regardi...
Listen
040--Integumentary System Wound Care from 2020-10-27T21:59:04
A patient with an avulsion wound is receiving wound care. The patient’s wound is minor and the therapist decides to leave the wound to heal on its own. Which of the following BEST describes......
Listen
039--Cardiopulmonary System from 2020-10-23T18:54:51
A 60-year-old patient is being treated for a recent total knee arthroplasty that occurred 2 weeks ago. The therapist takes the patient’s vital signs and obtains the following values:
038--Neuromuscular System Hand&Wrist from 2020-10-12T07:00
During examination, a patient is being evaluated for hand and upper extremity strength. When asked to hold a piece of paper between the thumb and index finger in a lateral key grip, the examine...
Listen
037--MSK Foot Drop from 2020-10-10T07:00
While examining a patient, the patient displays a manual muscle test grade of 1/5 on the right tibialis anterior muscle. Which of the following gait deviations would MOST likely occur?
F...
Listen
036--Nonsystems Traction from 2020-10-07T22:00:44
A 65-year-old patient reports numbness and tingling extending from the lateral thigh toward the medial malleolus that has been present for the past year. During examination, the patient reports...
Listen
035--Lymphatic System from 2020-10-02T23:08:37
A patient with a diagnosis of lymphedema presents with the following characteristics...
Learn what you need to know to pass the NPTE!
Listen
034--Genitourinary Examination Bowel/Bladder SCI from 2020-09-09T18:31:31
When evaluating bowel and bladder function, the therapist would MOST likely expect which of the following presentations of symptoms?
Listen to find the answer and crush the NPTE GU system...
Listen
033--Gastrointestinal System Examination from 2020-08-28T09:00
A patient presents to physical therapy with intermittent buttock, hip, and thigh pain. During examination, the therapist notes a tender, palpable mass in the groin region. The patient also dem...
Listen
032--Metabolic&Endocrine Systems Practice Question from 2020-08-26T21:00:21
A physical therapist providing treatment to a patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus would educate the patient about all the following exercise precautions EXCEPT:
Listen to the episode to...
Listen
031--Integumentary System Scleroderma from 2020-08-19T22:42:42
In this episode, we go over a handy practice question to discuss the integumentary system and ways that you are likely to be tested on the NPTE.
Listen
030--NPTE Courses to Pass the NPTE from 2020-08-12T00:54:54
I get asked all the time what we have to offer at PT Final Exam. I talk about some of the common questions I get at PT Final Exam and how we can give you the tools to pass the NPTE!
Listen
029--"I Failed the NPTE...What Do I Do?" from 2020-08-03T18:00
Did you fail the NPTE? If so, you're not alone. Over 10% of NPTE candidates fail on their first attempt, and it can be a very frustrating experience.
In this episode, we talk about the ...
Listen
28--Test Day Strategies to DOMINATE the NPTE from 2020-07-27T20:11:32
Do you struggle with test fatigue and timing? Do you need some key tips to give you the tools to pass the NPTE? This podcast dives into some of the critical aspects of test day to make sure th...
Listen
27--Cardiopulmonary Lab Values from 2020-07-17T07:00
Do you struggle with some of the blood lab values on the NPTE? This episode will be a great help to you as you prepare for the exam and will give you the strategies you need to remember the key...
Listen
26--Neuro Practice Question from 2020-07-16T19:51:35
If peripheral nerves trip you up, you'll enjoy getting this tidbit of info locked in your brain for test day. Check out this NPTE-style practice question so that you never miss a questions abou...
Listen
25--MSK Shoulder Practice Question from 2020-07-07T21:11:59
Do you know how to treat subacromial impingement syndrome? Do you know how to interpret the painful arc test? Check out this episode to give you the keys to understanding these tricky topics ...
Listen
024--NPTE 2020 Updates from 2020-07-07T21:09:43
In this episode, we talk about updates for the July 2020 NPTE as well as resources to help you prepare, plus a bonus tip to give you the tools you need to CRUSH the NPTE!
Listen
023--Nonsystems on the NPTE from 2020-06-02T19:25
Here's a Nonsystems question related to equipment and devices on the NPTE. This section has approximately 5-6 questions on the exam and is an excellent topic to study as you prepare for game da...
Listen
022--System Interactions on the NPTE from 2020-05-27T16:57:17
Written in the same style and format as the NPTE, this tricky practice question will help you know how to execute on the System Interactions section of the NPTE to make sure that you are ready t...
Listen
021--Genitourinary System from 2020-05-20T06:00
Check out this practice question to help you crush the NPTE and the Genitourinary System!
Listen
020--Gastrointestinal System from 2020-05-18T20:42:14
The Gastrointestinal System is a tough section on the NPTE. Get the tools you need to PASS the NPTE with this great practice question.
The Max Assist PT Podcast Listen
019--Endocrine System from 2020-05-10T06:00
Does the Endocrine System give you grief? In this episode, we help you navigate Cushing Syndrome and how to do a bit of differential diagnosis on the NPTE.
Listen
018--Integumentary System from 2020-05-07T20:45:30
The Integumentary System is one of the smaller and oft-forgotten sections on the NPTE. In this episode, we talk about ulcers on the NPTE and how to do a bit of differential diagnosis in a pract...
Listen
017--Cardiovascular System EKG&Lab Values from 2020-04-20T07:00
Does EKG tend to puzzle you? You know it's important for the NPTE, so take a listen to this episode as we dissect the important features of the EKG and cardiac lab values so that you will be so...
Listen
016--Neuromuscular System Spinal Cord Injuries from 2020-04-17T20:14:10
In this episode, we dive into the different types and classifications of spinal cord injuries, including anterior cord syndrome, central cord syndrome, and Brown-Sequard syndrome. We work hard ...
Listen
015--Musculoskeletal System Knee from 2020-04-13T06:00
In this episode, we talk about the MSK system on the NPTE, specifically the knee and how you can prepare to crush the NPTE!
Listen
014--Nonsystems on the NPTE from 2020-04-10T15:13:09
In this session, we go over 2 subsections on the NPTE including research & evidence-based practice and modalities. We present these topics in a fun, intuitive way to help you prepare for the NP...
Listen
013--System Interactions for the NPTE from 2020-04-03T16:19:17
In this episode, we talk about content related to the System Interactions section on the NPTE. This section deals with patients with complex cases and the need for thoughtful differential diagn...
Listen
012--Genitourinary System from 2020-03-23T06:00
This episode features a practice question related to the kidneys and differential diagnosis that will help you with questions during the NPTE. Check out all of our episodes to get handy tips/tr...
Listen
011--COVID-19 and the NPTE from 2020-03-20T19:46:15
In this episode, we discuss the implications that the coronavirus pandemic is having on the NPTE in 2020. As always, stay tuned to PT Final Exam for the latest updates.
Listen
010--Gastrointestinal System Differential Diagnosis from 2020-03-16T07:00
In this episode, we will go over a case study related to hernias and the differential diagnosis related to the lower quarter screen of the GI. Be sure to check our all of our other NPTE content...
Listen
09--Metabolic&Endocrine System Practice Question from 2020-03-13T16:34:40
In this episode, we'll go over a practice question related to the NPTE's Metabolic and Endocrine System. Be sure to check out all of our episodes to help you prepare for the NPTE!
Listen
08--Integumentary System Venous Stasis Ulcers from 2020-02-27T10:30
In this episode, we discuss the in's and out's of the integumentary system related to venous stasis ulcers. We talk about the symptoms, differential diagnosis, and interventions/dressings to tr...
Listen
07--Cardiac Rehab Phases and Case Study from 2020-02-25T19:50:18
In this episode, we will be discussing components of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems on the NPTE, specifically the phases of cardiac rehab. We talk about the goals, red flags, and tips...
Listen
06--Last Minute Tips for the NPTE from 2020-01-25T14:25:31
Do you ever wonder what it takes to pass the NPTE? Look no further! We take you through some of the most important tips you need to know in order to crush the NPTE in 2020.
Listen
05--Neuro Case Study Spinal Cord Injury&ASIA Levels from 2020-01-25T14:23:09
In this episode, we go over a case study regarding spinal shock syndrome, ASIA levels (complete or incomplete) and the distinction between orthostatic hypotension and autonomic dysreflexia.
Listen
04--FSBPT Content Outline and NPTE Resources from 2020-01-20T20:05:26
In this episode, I go through the FSBPT Content Outline to help you prepare effectively for the NPTE. We talk about the key sections you need to study and go through the resources we have to ma...
Listen
03--Time Management Before and During the NPTE from 2020-01-17T21:34:31
Time management before and during the NPTE is a crucial part of a successful study plan. In this episode, we talk about how to effectively use your time to prepare in the most mindful and effic...
Listen
02--MSK Case Study Shoulder from 2020-01-06T07:00
In this episode, we discuss the examination, evaluation, differential diagnosis, and intervention strategies for a case study patient with subacromial bursitis.
Not only do we take you ...
Listen
01--NPTE Basics and Introduction from 2020-01-03T18:43:33
In this, the first episode of The NPTE Podcast, Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS and Mark Stevens PT discuss the path to success on the NPTE and how to navigate the exam.
Listen