Mackenzie presents to physical therapy following a stroke affecting the basal ganglia. The patient exhibits bradykinesia and difficulty initiating movements. Which of the following interventions would be MOST effective in addressing these impairments?

A) Rhythmic auditory stimulation
B) High-resistance strength training
C) Visual cueing during gait training
D) Balance exercises using an unstable surface

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Bellie presents with persistent bilateral lower extremity swelling that worsens throughout the day. The therapist is selecting an intervention to assist with fluid return. Which of the following interventions would MOST effectively assist with this goal?

A) Maintaining the lower extremities in a gravity-dependent position

B) Diaphragmatic breathing

C) Sustained isometric contraction of the upper extremities

D) Passive trunk rotation in supine

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Dr. Rice evaluates a patient with a chief complaint of mid-thoracic pain radiating around the left lateral rib cage. The patient reports symptoms worsen with deep breathing and coughing, but are not reproduced with spinal movement, rib mobilization, or palpation. Neurological screening is unremarkable. Which of the following structures is MOST likely referring pain to this region?
A) Thoracic facet joint dysfunction

B) Intercostal muscle strain

C) The pleura

D) The pancreas

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