A patient you are examining in outpatient physical therapy has just received his power wheelchair.Which of the following standardized functional measures is the most appropriate to consider for this patient?

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The Wheelchair Skills Test (WST) is specifically designed to assess a wheelchair user's ability to safely and effectively handle their wheelchair. It is the most appropriate choice for a patient who has just received a power wheelchair, as it evaluates skills directly related to wheelchair use.

A Patient You Are Examining in Outpatient Physical Therapy Has