A nurse asks the patient to stand with feet together, arms resting at the sides, with eyes open and then with the eyes closed. Which response by the patient indicates an expected cerebellar function?
A) Sways slightly and maintains upright posture with feet together
B) Is unable to stand upright after turning around in a circle once
C) Steps sideways when standing with feet together and eyes closed
D) Has to move arms horizontally to maintain balance

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Maintaining balance indicates function of the cerebellum in the Romberg test. Losing balance is an abnormal response, but turning in a circle is not a part of the Romberg test. Options C and D are abnormal responses for the Romberg test (a positive Romberg test).

A Nurse Asks the Patient to Stand with Feet Together