A client who is able to perform most basic activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living independently

but who experiences low endurance and fatigue somewhat easily during upper extremity tasks will most likely have which of the following?
A. Poor muscle strength
B. Good muscle strength
C. Fair plus muscle strength
D. Normal muscle strength


ANS: C
A "fair plus muscle strength" muscle can move against gravity and slight resistance; however, low endurance and fatigue will affect the client's ability to engage in sustained or repetitive tasks.

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