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Using PNF to Improve Upper Extremity and Trunk Function

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1.  Which of the following is NOT part of the PNF Philosophy? Everyone has potential PNF is the best approach for all clients Incorporates the use of stronger body parts to strengthen weaker ones Optimize function

2.  Which of the following does NOT describe "Appropriate Resistance"? Amount of resistance that results in a smooth, coordinated movement or motor response Can be done via concentric, eccentric, and/or isometric contractions Sometimes the appropriate resistance is assistance Always the maximal amount of resistance that the therapist can provide regardless of the patient

3.  Which of the following is an NOT indication for using Mass Flexion? Forwards Rolling Backwards Rolling Increasing trunk flexor activation Coordinating upper and lower aspects of trunk

4.  Right Scapular Anterior Depression will most likely cause which of the following trunk responses? R side trunk shortening, trunk flexor activation R side trunk shortening, trunk extensor activation R side trunk elongation, trunk flexor activation R side trunk elongation, trunk extensor activation

5.  Which of the following is NOT a typical trunk response? UE Extension -> Lateral Trunk Shortening UE Extension -> Trunk Flexion Scapular Depression -> Trunk Shortening UE Flexion -> Trunk Extension

6.  Which of the following PNF interventions would be the best to help roll from supine to sidelying? R Scapular Posterior Elevation L UE Flexion-Abduction-External Rotation Mass Flexion Resisted Seated Trunk Extension

7.  A patient post-CVA has difficulty dressing because of poor trunk stability. Which two interventions would be the best at directly addressing trunk stability? L LE Extension-Abduction-Internal Rotation and L Scapular Posterior Elevation Mass Extension and R UE Flexion-Abduction-External Rotation Sternal Breathing and Facilitated Sit to Stand Hooklying Stabilizing Reversals and Seated Stabilizing Reversals

8.  Right Pelvic Anterior Elevation will cause which of the following trunk responses? R side trunk shortening, L side trunk shortening R side trunk shortening, L side trunk elongation R side trunk elongation, L side trunk shortening R side trunk elongation, L side trunk elongation

9.  What upper extremity pattern will help the most to generate strength for lift off during transfers? UE Extension-Adduction-Internal Rotation UE Flexion-Adduction-External Rotation UE Flexion-Abduction-External Rotation UE Extension-Abduction-Internal Rotation

10.  Which upper extremity pattern will be most effective at improving self-feeding? UE Extension-Adduction-Internal Rotation UE Flexion-Adduction-External Rotation UE Flexion-Abduction-External Rotation UE Extension-Abduction-Internal Rotation