Question 1

The Glasgow Coma Scale and the Rancho Los Amigos Scale-Levels of Cognitive Functioning are two tests used to measure the child's ability to follow directions, process sensory stimulation, and determine overall basic cognitive and behavioral function in what patient population?

Accepted Answer

These two tests are used to determine the level of the coma and cognitive functioning in a child with a traumatic brain injury

Question 2

An 8-year-old child diagnosed with cerebral palsy independently walks with bilateral forearm crutches indoors at all times and independently propels a manual wheelchair for long distances outside. He sits in a chair with minimal trunk support at school but is unable to hop, jump, or run. Which of the following Gross Motor Function Classification System levels best describes this child's cerebral palsy?

Accepted Answer

This child is unable to walk without his assistive device, requires minimal seating modifications, but yet is independent with walking with an assistive device and propelling his own wheelchair versus being pushed by someone else. Table 7.8 illustrates the various motor abilities of children diagnosed with cerebral palsy.

Question 3

A 9-year-old child diagnosed with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus presents with blurred vision, headache, increased spasticity, and lethargy. What is most likely causing these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

The signs of ventricular peritoneal shunt infection, which include blurred vision, headache, increased spasticity, and lethargy, are listed in Table 7.10.

Question 4

Match between columns
                        Premises: Participation
Developmental
Systems theory
Diagnosis/prognosis
Examination
Problems with timing of movement (coordination)
Evaluation
Uncontrolled manifold theory
Involuntary movements (dyskinesia)
Dynamic system theory
Screening

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 7: Neuromuscular System: Examination, Evaluation, and Diagnoses

The Glasgow Coma Scale and the Rancho Los Amigos Scale-Levels of Cognitive Functioning are two tests used to measure the child's ability to follow directions, process sensory stimulation, and determine overall basic cognitive and behavioral function in what patient population?

A 9-year-old child diagnosed with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus presents with blurred vision, headache, increased spasticity, and lethargy. What is most likely causing these symptoms?

Match the outcome measure with the related test category. (Note: Not all options may be used.)