Which of the following are considered to be the therapeutic effects of treatment for spasticity? Select all that apply
a. Increased ability to maintain posture and balance
b. Increased ability for self-care
c. Improvement in strength and muscle tone
d. Improved coordination
e. Ease of movement
f. Increased level of alertness
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
Therapeutic effects of treatment for spasticity are evidenced as increased ability to maintain pos-ture and balance, increased ability for self-care, improvement in strength and muscle tone, im-proved coordination, and ease of movement. Skeletal muscle relaxants are used to minimize or stop unwanted spasm and spasticity, with the ultimate goal of establishing normal muscle tone and function.
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