1. C4- top of shoulder 2. C6- radial aspect of forearm 3. C8- 5th digit 4. T4- nipple line 5. T10- umbilicus 6. L5- Great Toe 7. S1- posterolateral calf/little toe

Exam Basics Flashcards by Amanda Morrall

Joint Exam

Inspection then Palpation
ROM
Specialty testing
Reflexes
Neurovascular status (dermatomes, strength, cap. refill,, pulses, edema)

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Dermatomes

C4- top of shoulder
C6- radial aspect of forearm
C8- 5th digit
T4- nipple line
T10- umbilicus
L5- Great Toe
S1- posterolateral calf/little toe

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Pulses

2/4 is normal

arm: brachial and radial artery
leg: dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial artery

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Reflex testing

2/4 is normal 
Biceps- C5
Brachioradialis- C6
Triceps- C7 
Patellar- L3/L4
Achilles- S1

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Exam Basics Flashcards

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