Quality of UE Skills test (QUEST)

Question 1

Purpose

Answer 1

Evaluate movement patterns, hand function and position in kids w/ CP

Question 2

Domains

Answer 2

domains are dissociated movements, grasps, weight bearing and protective extension

activity

Question 3

Population?

Answer 3

CEREBRAL PALSY

Target age is 18 mo – 8 years
Can be used 0-12 years

Other dx: brain injury, movement and gait disorders, congenital muscular dystrophy

Question 4

Advanatges

Answer 4

30-45 mins to administer

Complete in child’s home

Minimal equipment

Question 5

Disadvantages

Answer 5

No direct guidelines or instructions

Looks at quality of movement rather than skill and function

Not fun

Question 6

Items tested?

Answer 6

3 items tested: hand function, spasticity, and cooperativeness

Use of each grasp