Neuro Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
What is part of a neurological objective assessment?
A
- AROM
- Power/Strength
- Sensation
2
Q
True/False
When assessing PROM you can also assess for tone at the same time?
A
True
3
Q
What is used to assess upper limb co-ordination?
A
- Finger-Nose
- Dysadiadochokinesia (DDK) [hand flipping]
4
Q
How is proprioception tested?
A
using joint position sense
5
Q
What is important to ask when exploring the history of present condition (HPC) in a neurological assessment?
A
- Nature of symptoms
- Duration of present symptoms
- Is there a pattern to the symptoms?
6
Q
What are common signs and symptoms that neurological patients might present with that will guide a therapist towards a specific exercise plan?
A
- Changes in sensation
- Muscle weakness
- Spasticity
- Fatigue
- Changes in cognition
7
Q
What are some important social history questions to ask in a neurological assessment?
A
- What hobbies or interests do they have?
- What accommodation do they live in?
- How does the patient manage with getting washed + dressed?
- Does someone help with their shopping?
- Are they working, on sick leave or unable to work?
