CVA tests and measures

Question 1

What is a test commonly done by a neurologist immediately after stroke to determine involvement of cranial nerves, presence of neglect, UE and LE function, language, consciousness, and cognition?

Answer 1

NIH Stroke Scale

Question 2

What is a self-report questionnaire that looks at memory, ADLs, emotions, cognition, physical problems, mobility, quality of life, self-reported recovery, and participation after a stroke?

Answer 2

Stroke impact scale (SIS)

Question 3

PTs typically complete the transfers and mobility sections of this test.

Answer 3

Functional independence measure (FIM)

Question 4

This test looks at mobility’locomotion, transfers, cognition (social), communication, language, self care, and control of body functions/sphincter control to determine a patient’s level of independence

Answer 4

Functional independence measure (FIM)

Question 5

What is the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA)

Answer 5

a test of visuospatial executive function, naming, memory, attention, language, abstraction, delayed recall, and orientation that detects decline earlier and is more sensitive to change than the mini-mental state exam

Question 6

What is a test that is useful in acute stroke and looks at position changes (bed mobility, sit to stand, touching floor) and maintaining postures (sitting, standing, standing on one leg)?

Answer 6

Posture Assessment Scale for Stroke (PASS)

Question 7

When would you use 5x sit to stand?

Answer 7

Strength, power, balance, or S2S strategy may be related to functional concerns or treatment