WITH 20 Q&A • Question 1 The finger-to-nose test allows assessment of: Selected Answer: coordination and fine motor function. 2 out of 2 points Correct Answer: coordination a... nd fine motor function. Response Feedback: To perform the finger-to-nose test, the patient closes both eyes, touches his or her nose with the index finger, alternating hands while gradually increasing the speed. This tests coordination and fine motor skills. All of the other choices test sensory function without motor function. • Question 2 You ask the patient to follow a series of short commands to assess: Selected Answer: attention span. 2 out of 2 points Correct Answer: attention span. Response Feedback: A series of short commands for the patient to follow will test attention span rather than judgment, arithmetic calculations, abstract reasoning, or emotional stability. • Question 3 2 out of 2 points As Mr. B. enters the room, you observe that his gait is wide based and he staggers from side to side while swaying his trunk. You would document Mr. B. s pattern as: Selected Answer: cerebellar ataxia. Correct Answer: cerebellar ataxia. Response Feedback : Cerebellar gait (cerebellar ataxia) occurs when the patient s feet are wide based with a staggering gait, lurching from side to side, often accompanied by swaying of the trunk. Dystonic ataxia is CONTINUED......................... [Show More]
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