Patients Who Exhibit Ipsilateral Pushing (Pusher Syndrome)

Multiple Choice

Patients who exhibit ipsilateral pushing (pusher syndrome)

A) push posteriorly during all transfers and transitions,increasing risk of backward falls.
B) push toward their uninvolved side,resulting in decreased use of the hemiplegic side.
C) push toward their hemiplegic side,resulting in safety concerns and increased falls.
D) push strongly into extension during all transfers,limiting functional independence.