A Patient Has Unilateral Weakness Due to a Traumatic Brain

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient has unilateral weakness due to a traumatic brain injury.Which of the following is the BEST position to work on scapular strengthening and upper extremity weightbearing while promoting head control and limiting the involvement of the trunk?

• A)Quadruped
• B)Modified plantigrade
• C)Prone on elbows
• D)Sitting

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