A patient who loses his balance while standing with his eyes closed and feet together for 20 to 30 seconds is exhibiting a positive:
A) tilt test.
B) Babinski's reflex.
C) Romberg test.
D) Kehr's sign.

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The Romberg test is used to evaluate a patient's balance and is performed by having the patient stand with their feet together and eyes closed for 20 to 30 seconds. If the patient loses their balance or sways, it is considered a positive test and may indicate a problem with the patient's proprioception or vestibular function. The tilt test is used to evaluate orthostatic hypotension, Babinski's reflex is a neurological reflex to test for upper motor neuron damage, and Kehr's sign is a sign of a ruptured spleen.

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