NPTE Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (1–10)

Question 1

You are working with a patient who has a feeding tube inserted through the nose into the stomach. This is known as which of the following?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

nasogastric tube. A nasogastric (NG) tube is one that is inserted through the nose into the stomach.

A nasointestinal tube is also inserted through the nose but it is inserted into the small intestine.

A gastrostomy tube, also called a stomach tube, is inserted directly into the stomach through a surgically created opening.

A jejunostomy tube is a feeding tube that is inserted into a surgically created opening in the jejunum of the small intestine.

Question 2

In terms of symbols that are commonly used in documentation for clinical practice, which of the following indicates “resulting from or secondary to”?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

←. The symbol “←” means “resulting from or secondary to.” The symbol “→” means “yields, or leads to.”

Question 3

Which of the following is not a part of informed consent?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Non-compete clause. A non-compete clause is not a part of informed consent. Informed consent should, however, include documentation of the acceptance of terms described in the forms. A confidentiality clause may also be included.

Question 4

Over which type of goal does the client have little control?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Outcome goals. Outcome goals are goals over which the client has little control. Process goals are highly controlled by the client, and performance goals are in the middle. Since outcome goals can be relative, they are not a very effective way to measure fitness success.

Question 5

Which of the following statements about Medicare is incorrect?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Medicare only covers patients 65 years of age and older who have enrolled and pay premiums.. This is incorrect. Medicare also covers disabled individuals who qualify for Social Security disability payments.

Question 6

If you make decisions for another competent person who you think may not make a good decision himself you are displaying which of the following ?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

paternalism. Paternalism is a term this used when someone fails to recognize another individual’s rights and autonomy. Autonomy requires that the wishes of competent individuals must be honored.

Question 7

When examining patients, pulses are recorded using a scale of 0 to 3. A normal pulse, not easily obliterated would have which of the following ratings?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

2+. Pulses are described using a scale of 0 to 3. A normal, not easily obliterated pulse is described as 2+. A description of 0 means no pulse; 1+ is palpable but thready, and easily obliterated; and 3+ is bounding, easily palpable, and cannot obliterate.

Question 8

All of the following are appropriate exercise guidelines for patients undergoing cancer treatment EXCEPT:

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

During exercise, perceived exertion should not exceed 8 on the original Borg’s rating of perceived exertion.. Actually, during exercise, perceived exertion should not exceed 12 on the original Borg’s rating of perceived exertion. This is a ranking between fairly light and somewhat hard on the scale.

Question 9

Which of the following is the correct term for either the total number of repetitions or the total weight lifted in a training session?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Volume. Volume is the total number of repetitions or the total weight lifted in a training session. Volume is affected by the client's resistance training capabilities and training goal.

Question 10

Which is not a commonly used way of arranging a resistance training workout?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Alternating loaded and then repetitive exercises. Alternating loaded and then repetitive exercises is not a commonl resistance training workout configuration. Load and repetition are actually completely different exercise variables. All other answer choices are correct.

NPTE Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (1–10)

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