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EPISODE · Jan 10, 2024 · 12 MIN

Vestibular Caloric Test

from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice

Copeland is evaluating a 55-year-old patient who presents with a mild case of unilateral vestibular hypofunction and associated hearing loss on the left side. The therapist performs the caloric test by instilling warm water into the affected ear. What is the MOST likely direction of the patient's nystagmus during this test? A. Towards the opposite side, but reduced in magnitude B. Absent or significantly reduced nystagmus C. Towards the same side, but reduced in magnitude D. Eye movement is unaffected LINKS MENTIONED: Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck. Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com

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