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Simulated
The client presents with a complaint of 'always dropping things and falling down.' During the neurologic assessment, the nurse notices the client is unable to perform rapid alternating movements. Instead the client's response is very slow and misses often. What neurologic dysfunction would the nurse suspect?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The cerebellum controls coordination and fine motor movements. Inability to perform rapid alternating movements (dysdiadochokinesia) suggests cerebellar dysfunction.