Lower Limb Neuro exam Flashcards
1
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Introduction
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Clean hands Introduction Check name and DOB/age Explanation and gain consent In pain? Observation, Tone, Power, Coordination, Reflexes, Sensation
2
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Observation
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SWIFT and Deformity Scars Wasting Involuntary movement Fasciculations Tremor
3
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Assess Tone
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Hip rotation
Knee lift and drop
Ankle clonus
4
Q
Assess Power
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Hip flexion/extension
Knee flexion/extension
Ankle dorsiflexion/plantarflexion
Big toe EHL (patient pull toe towards them)
5
Q
Assess Coordination
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Heel shin test
6
Q
Reflexes
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Knee
Ankle
Plantar response
7
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Sensation
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Light touch and pin prick
Vibration
Proprioception (including Romberg’s)
8
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Gait
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Walking normally Heel - to - toe Rising from sitting Walk on tiptoe Walk on heels
