Conquer the NPTE-PTA Exam: Study Guide for the Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure Examination Covering Body Systems, Equipment, Modalities, Data Collection, Interventions, and Patient Care Support

By: Philip Martin McCaulay

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

The Physical Therapist Assistant plays a critical role in supporting movement, function, and recovery across a wide range of care settings. This study guide provides a structured review of foundational concepts that support safe patient care, functional mobility, therapeutic interventions, and professional responsibility within physical therapy environments.

Coverage includes data collection principles, therapeutic exercise, functional training, mobility assistance, physical agents, assistive technology, and system-based considerations affecting movement and endurance. Each chapter focuses on core content areas commonly associated with entry-level physical therapist assistant practice, presented in a clear and practical format.

This guide emphasizes how body systems interact with movement, how interventions support functional participation, and how patient safety, professional boundaries, and ethical awareness guide daily care. Content is written in concise, audiobook-friendly paragraphs that support efficient review and comprehension.

If you’ve already invested time and money into preparing — don’t leave success to chance. This focused review is designed to reinforce understanding, build confidence, and support effective preparation for physical therapist assistant licensure.