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The NPTE Podcast

by Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS
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  • 306. Integumentary System

    October 7, 2026 · 16 min

    A physical therapist is treating a bedbound patient in acute care who has a history of a healed sacral pressure injury and is incontinent of urine. Which intervention is MOST appropriate to include in this patient’s wound prevention…

  • 305. CP System

    September 30, 2026 · 13 min

    A 72‑year‑old patient with COPD becomes increasingly confused, diaphoretic, and cyanotic during a seated therapeutic exercise session. The PT notes shallow, rapid breathing and new PVCs on telemetry. Which underlying mechanism BEST…

  • 304. NM System

    September 23, 2026 · 11 min

    A 62‑year‑old patient with ALS presents with tongue fasciculations and atrophy, a hoarse, whispering voice, and difficulty manipulating food. The patient also reports drooling and reflex coughing when swallowing. Which additional finding…

  • 303. MSK System

    September 16, 2026 · 11 min

    A patient has marked weakness of the right hip abductors. Which movement pattern is MOST likely to occur during the right midstance phase of gait?   Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with…

  • 302. Nonsystems

    September 9, 2026 · 11 min

    A physical therapist is using a special test to identify rotator cuff tears. In a recent diagnostic study, the test demonstrated a positive predictive value (PPV) of 85%. What does this value indicate?   Find it all out in the podcast!…

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  • 301. System Interactions

    September 2, 2026 · 18 min

    A 55-year-old patient with chronic liver disease and a history of heavy alcohol use reports new diffuse muscle soreness and cramps. The PT notes no recent changes in activity level. Which finding would MOST strongly support a diagnosis of…

  • 300. Lymphatic System

    August 26, 2026 · 15 min

    Which cluster of integumentary signs and symptoms is MOST likely to be present in a patient with progressive lymphedema? Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check…

  • 299. Genitourinary System

    August 19, 2026 · 14 min

    A 28-year-old woman reports sudden onset low back pain that has been inconsistent and unrelated to movement. She notes recent abnormal vaginal spotting and describes new, sharp pain at the tip of her shoulder. Which condition is MOST…

  • 298. Gastrointestinal System

    August 12, 2026 · 13 min

    A physical therapist evaluates a client who reports midback pain that has persisted for several weeks. The pain is described as deep, aching, and poorly localized. The client denies numbness or tingling in the upper extremities and reports…

  • 297. Metabolic & Endocrine System

    August 5, 2026 · 14 min

    A physical therapist is evaluating a patient in the outpatient clinic who reports progressive fatigue, orthostatic dizziness, and generalized weakness. During the exam, the therapist observes darkened pigmentation over the patient's…

  • 296. Integumentary System

    July 29, 2026 · 16 min

    The therapist reviews the Braden Scale to identify key areas influencing pressure‑injury risk. Which of the following groups BEST includes what other categories are assessed with the Braden Scale?   Find it all out in the podcast! Be…

  • 295. Special NPTE Edition

    July 22, 2026 · 23 min

    Do you know what the passing score is on the NPTE? Do you know how to increase it to get the required 600/800?   Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check o…

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About the show

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.