What are the two main parts of the examination portion?

• A. History and Physical Examination
• B. Chart Review and Initial Inspection
• C. Interview and Test
• D. Evaluation and Intervention

Answer: (A)

The examination portion is built around two complementary elements: gathering the patient’s history and performing a physical examination.

The history provides the story behind the visit—why the patient sought care, how symptoms have evolved, prior medical and surgical history, medications, and how symptoms affect daily activities. This subjective information sets the context and helps identify potential red flags or factors that might influence treatment.

The physical examination is the objective assessment that follows, using hands-on tests and observable observations to quantify impairments and functional status. This includes systems review, movement quality, range of motion, strength, motor and sensory function, balance, endurance, and functional tests. The goal is to detect impairments that limit activity and participation and to establish baseline measures for tracking progress.

Why the other options don’t fit as the main components: chart review and initial observation are parts of the intake process and early screening but don’t represent the primary two-part structure of the examination itself. An interview and a general test don’t capture the full scope of the physical examination, which combines a thorough history with an in-depth, hands-on assessment. Evaluation and intervention belong to later phases, focusing on interpretation and treatment planning rather than the core examination data collection.