Upper Limb Neuro Flashcards
1
Q
Inspection
A
SWIFT
Skeletal deformities
Wasting
Involuntary movements
Fasiculations
Tremor
2
Q
What are the types of involuntary movements?
A
Dystonia
Chorea and athetosis
Ballismus
Ticks
3
Q
What is the order of the upper limb neuro exam?
A
Observation
Tone
Power
Coordination
Reflexes
Sensation
4
Q
How do you test the power of the hand?
A
Straight finger press
Spread fingers
Raise thumb
Sqeeze fingers
Pronator Drift
5
Q
How to test coordination?
A
Finger-nose test
Rapid alternating hand movements
6
Q
Which nerve roots do the reflexes test?
A
Biceps = C5/6
Spinator = C6
Triceps = C7
7
Q
What do you test during sensation?
A
Light touch
Pinprick
Vibration (128Hz)
Joint position
8
Q
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