An OT Practitioner Is Reassessing a Client's Shoulder External Rotation

Multiple Choice

An OT practitioner is reassessing a client's shoulder external rotation active ROM at discharge.During the initial evaluation,ROM measurements (0-15) were taken with the client seated and the humerus adducted because of the presence of shoulder pain.The client's pain has since resolved,and ROM has improved so that the client is now able to abduct the humerus to assume the alternative testing position.To document discharge ROM,what should the OT do?

A) State that the ROM has improved but measurements were not taken because pain has resolved.
B) Observe the motion and estimate the ROM.
C) Measure external rotation with the humerus abducted.
D) Measure external rotation with the humerus adducted.