25 Questions
Which spinal cord injury (SCI) syndrome results in variable loss of motor function and pain/temperature sensation below the level of the lesion?
Anterior Cord
Which spinal cord tract is responsible for proprioception for the trunk and lower extremities (LE)?
Spinocerebellar
At which vertebral level does the Upper Motor Neuron (UMN) transition to the Lower Motor Neuron (LMN)?
At L1 vertebral body
Which assessment tool specifically evaluates the ability to ambulate 10 meters on a scale of 0-20?
Walking Index for SCI (WISCII)
Which self-report measure assesses the biopsychosocial dimensions of Quality of Life?
Sickness Impact Profile
Which test evaluates 32 skills on a 0-2 point scale and takes into account patient vs. caregiver ability and the use of a manual or power chair?
Wheelchair Skills Test
Which measure is a self-report instrument applicable across different cultures for the assessment of Quality of Life?
World Health Organization Quality of Life BREF
Which classification of spinal cord injury involves a complete loss of motor and sensory function below the injury?
ASIA A
In a Brown-Sequard injury, which of the following is lost on the contralateral (CL) side below the lesion?
Pain and temperature sensation
Which spinal cord injury classification involves preservation of sensory function below the neurological level?
ASIA B
Which spinal cord injury classification indicates motor incomplete with less than half of key muscle groups having a grade of 3?
ASIA C
In a Conus Medullaris injury, which of the following impairments can be observed?
Variable reflexia
Which spinal cord injury results in a presentation characterized by areflexia, flaccid paralysis, and impaired bowel, bladder, and sexual function?
Cauda Equina injury
What is the result of excessive release of excitatory neurotransmitters?
Cerebral edema
In which phase does an individual overreact when frustrated and begin hitting, screaming, or being verbally inappropriate due to agitation?
Level IV: Confused-Agitated
What is the specific cause of blast injuries?
Transient shockwave
What can a coup injury result in within the brain?
Diffuse axonal injury
What is the characteristic neurological response in Level II: General Response?
Sweating and moaning
What is the immediate requirement for secondary injuries according to the text?
Immediate medical attention
Which level describes an individual who remains unable to respond to simple, purposeful commands?
Level V: Confused-Inappropriate
What is the characteristic feature of Level VI: Confused-Appropriate phase?
Improving memory and executive function
"Local Response" in Level III refers to responding inconsistently but specifically to what?
'Noxious stimuli'
"Automatic-Appropriate" individuals lack higher executive function and judgement especially in what kind of circumstances?
'Challenging circumstances'
What is a characteristic feature of the 'General Response' phase?
Increased bodily movements along with improved wake periods
What can result from a blast injury according to the text?
Transient shockwave causing damage without hitting the head
Test your knowledge of physical therapy assessment tools such as Berg Balance, TUG, 6MWT, 10MWT, Dynamic Gait Index, Functional Gait Assessment, Walking Index for SCI, and Wheelchair Skills Test. Also covers concepts related to patient vs. caregiver ability, use of orthotics, and assistance level.
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