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FSMTB Exam MBLEx Topic 1 Question 23 Discussion

Actual exam question for FSMTB's MBLEx exam

Question #: 23
Topic #: 1

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Which of the following actions would you initially direct to your client to take in order to test the structure and function of scapulohumeral rhythm?

AAdduction

BAbduction

CInternal rotation

DExternal rotation

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Suggested Answer: B

Scapulohumeral rhythm exposes the function of the glenohumeral joint by testing at which degree the scapula activates during an initial abduction of the arm. At 45 degrees, the scapula should engage until the end range motion of abduction.

by Elmer at May 30, 2024, 01:04 PM

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Jerilyn

5 months ago

External rotation, hands down. Gotta make sure that rhythm is on point!

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Jerlene

3 months ago

Agreed, it's important to test that scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Rodney

4 months ago

External rotation is definitely the way to go.

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Chantell

5 months ago

Adduction, baby! Let's get that scapula in check and see what's up.

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Fairy

5 months ago

Internal rotation seems like the way to go. Keep that rhythm in check!

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Sue

4 months ago

D) External rotation

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Benedict

4 months ago

C) Internal rotation

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Terrilyn

4 months ago

B) Abduction

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Corinne

4 months ago

A) Adduction

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Sabina

5 months ago

I'd go with external rotation. Gotta test those shoulder dynamics, right?

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Tamar

5 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is D) External rotation because it would test the scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Mirta

5 months ago

I think the correct answer is B) Abduction.

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Carole

6 months ago

Abduction, for sure! Gotta get that scapula movin' and groovin'.

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Tegan

4 months ago

I agree, it helps assess the movement of the scapula.

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Karma

5 months ago

Abduction can definitely help determine any issues with shoulder movement.

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Oliva

5 months ago

Abduction is a good choice to test scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Jonell

5 months ago

I agree, it helps assess the movement of the scapula.

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Jennifer

5 months ago

I agree, it's important to assess the movement of the scapula.

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Harris

5 months ago

That's a good choice! Abduction is definitely important for testing scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Theresia

5 months ago

Abduction is a good choice to test scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Wynell

5 months ago

Abduction is a good choice to test the scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Harris

5 months ago

Abduction

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