Upper Limb Neuro Flashcards by Graeme Miller | Brainscape

Q

Inspection

A

SWIFT

Skeletal deformities

Wasting

Involuntary movements

Fasiculations

Tremor

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Q

What are the types of involuntary movements?

A

Dystonia

Chorea and athetosis

Ballismus

Ticks

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Q

What is the order of the upper limb neuro exam?

A

Observation

Tone

Power

Coordination

Reflexes
Sensation

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Q

How do you test the power of the hand?

A

Straight finger press

Spread fingers

Raise thumb

Sqeeze fingers

Pronator Drift

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Q

How to test coordination?

A

Finger-nose test

Rapid alternating hand movements

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Q

Which nerve roots do the reflexes test?

A

Biceps = C5/6

Spinator = C6

Triceps = C7

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Q

What do you test during sensation?

A

Light touch

Pinprick

Vibration (128Hz)

Joint position

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