Pusher's Syndrome

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Roger is status post cerebrovascular accident and is being evaluated by physical therapy. The patient seems to disregard safety and repeatedly falls onto their weak side. Which of the following is a diagnostic factor of Pusher Syndrome:    A. Contralateral loss of pain and temperature sensation  B. Trunk lean towards the uninvolved side  C. Abduction of the uninvolved extremities  D. Inability to push through involved upper extremity 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepthustle/support