ATC Diagnostic Procedures & Interpretation 4

Question 1

A Berg Balance Scale score below which value is generally associated with increased fall risk?

Accepted Answer

45/56

Answer

Scores of 45 or less out of 56 indicate elevated fall risk.

Question 2

On the Timed Up and Go test, which time is commonly associated with fall risk in older adults?

Accepted Answer

12 seconds or more

Answer

The CDC STEADI guidance uses 12 seconds or longer as the fall-risk threshold.

Question 3

The 6-Minute Walk Test primarily measures:

Accepted Answer

Submaximal functional endurance

Answer

The 6MWT measures distance walked in six minutes as an index of submaximal functional capacity.

Question 4

The 30-Second Chair Stand test assesses primarily:

Accepted Answer

Lower extremity strength and endurance

Answer

It counts full sit-to-stands in 30 seconds to gauge lower body strength.

Question 5

The Numeric Pain Rating Scale is scored on which range?

Accepted Answer

0–10

Answer

The NPRS uses an 11-point scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain).

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