Which of the following elements enhances the return of sensory function?

During PROM of a patient’s RUE, the PTA notes a slight increase in tone with a ‘catch and release’ kind of movement at the end of the range while moving into flexion. According to the Modified Ashworth Scale, this increase in tone would be assessed as a grade of:

Patients who exhibit ipsilateral pushing (pusher syndrome)

If a patient with a TBI has a sympathetic nervous system response to a crisis situation, which of the following will become depressed?

A patient presents with left upper extremity hemiplegia and left lower extremity hemiparesis and apraxia. Upon skin inspection, bruising on the left arm is noted. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of this clinical presentation?

When designing a high intensity gait training session (over ground, over treadmill, with or without BWS) for a patient post-stroke which of the following contributes the least to your decision making?

Behaviors seen in the patient with TBI at LOCF VI include:

A patient presents with LE flexion when flexing the ipsilateral UE.  The PT would describe this as which reflex disorder?

Why are side lying and semi-prone positions more desirable in the acute treatment of a patient after TBI?

                 A patient has difficulty transitioning from sit-to-stand secondary to left anterior cerebral artery infarct. Upon creating a treatment plan, which of the following should be focused on FIRST?