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Tucker Is a 10-Year-Old Brain Injury Patient with Multiple Flexion

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Tucker is a 10-year-old brain injury patient with multiple flexion contractures. He is unable to participate in any functional activities beyond sensory stimulation. Tucker is experiencing skin breakdown in both palms. What solution does your OT department ask you to implement for Tucker?


A) Bilateral cylindrical splints with finger separators; made of dense, washable foam.
B) Bilateral resting pan splints with finger separators; made of hard material.
C) Place a rolled-up wash cloth in each hand.
D) Design an hourly passive range of motion program, and train Tucker's mother how to administer the program.

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