Neurorehab- post stroke Exam Questions and Answers

Neurorehab- post stroke Exam Questions and Answers What are the core outcome measures for stroke rehab? - Answer-- 6MWT - 10 M walk test - berg balance scale - functional gait assessment - activities-specific balance confidence scale - 5x sit to stand what facilities are considered subacute? - Answer-IRF SAR OP HH Name some things you would do with your pt who is still acute post stroke? - Answer- bed mobility transfers gait bathroom bedpan balance - sitting/standing/weight shifting - picking stuff up off floor - PROM/AROM - therEX in bed/sitting - positioning for skin breakdown and contractures what is permissive hypertension? - Answer-pts who are post stroke are allowed to have hypertension because they want the blood getting to the brain what does the AM-PAC look at? - Answer-difficulty, assistance, and limitations of ADLs what does the PASS look at? - Answer-ability to maintain a posture and equilibrium during changes in position when is the PASS the most valid and reliable? - Answer-during the first 3 months post CVA what is the primary outcome measure used in subacute settings? - Answer-FMA - Fugl- Meyer Assessment describe the upper extremity flexion synergy pattern. - Answer-scapular retraction/elevation or hyperextension shoulder abduction, ER