UL neuro Flashcards
1
Q
what are the stages in this exam
A
inspection pronator drift tone power reflexes sensation coordination
2
Q
what do you do in inspection
A
posture, symmetry, size and shape, scars, bruising, abnormal movements and fasciculations
3
Q
how do you assess tone
A
relax arm and move it about at all joints
4
Q
how do you assess power
A
shoulder abduction elbow flexion and extension wrist flexion and extension finger flexion finger abduction and adduction thumb abduction
5
Q
which reflexes should be tested
A
biceps
triceps
brachioradialis
6
Q
how do you assess sensation
A
light touch pin prick temperature proprioception vibration
7
Q
how do you assess coordination
A
finger to nose test finger- finger test alternation hand movements fine finger movements cerebellar drift
