The nurse is providing care to an adult patient who is diagnosed with a degenerative cerebellar disorder. Which test would best assess the patient's balance?

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Tandem gait walking is the best test to assess balance, especially in patients with cerebellar disorders, as it requires the patient to walk in a straight line, one foot directly in front of the other, which can reveal difficulties with balance and coordination.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to an Adult Patient Who