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Frequent Falls & Romberg
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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Aug 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Heather is a 65-year-old patient being evaluated for balance issues and frequent falls. She exhibits a wide-based, unsteady gait and a positive Romberg test but shows no muscle weakness. What system impairment is most likely contributing to her balance problem?
A. Musculoskeletal System
B. Vestibular System
C. Visual System
D. Somatosensory System
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A. Musculoskeletal System
B. Vestibular System
C. Visual System
D. Somatosensory System
LINKS MENTIONED:
Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck.
Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepthustle/support
Released:
Aug 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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