An elderly client has been brought to his primary care provider by his wife, who is concerned about his recent decrease in coordination
Upon assessment, his primary care provider notes that the client's gait is wide-based, unsteady, and lacking in fluidity, although his muscle tone appears normal. This client requires further assessment for which of the following health problems?
A) Muscle atrophy
B) Cerebellar disorders
C) Impaired spinal reflexes
D) Lower motor neuron lesions
Ans: B
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An ataxic gait is characteristic of cerebellar and/or vestibular disorders. An LMN lesion typically results in decreased muscle tone. Impaired spinal reflexes would not normally manifest as ataxia, and muscle atrophy would cause weakness and decreased muscle tone.
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