Muscle Tone, Reflexes & Reactions Flashcards
1
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Hemiplegia
A
One side
2
Q
Diplegia
A
LE Involvement
3
Q
Quadriplegia
A
All four extremities
4
Q
What are examples of High Muscle Tone?
A
Spasticity/rigidity Poor voluntary movement ROM limited to mid range usually Asymmetries Infants are often irritable poor self calming
5
Q
What are examples of Low Tone ?
A
Floppy Poor head control Often full ROM hyper extension Poor co-contraction and decrease joint stability Infants are often good and quiet