The nurse may record a positive Romberg's test if during the test, the patient:
a. cannot keep his eyes closed.
b. cannot touch his nose with eyes closed.
c. complains of dizziness.
d. sways from side to side.
D
The patient is asked to stand with his feet together and to close his eyes. Swaying from side to side during the Romberg's test is a positive sign for impaired balance.
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