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The nurse is caring for the client who is having difficulty walking. Which procedure should the nurse perform to test the cerebellar function of the client?

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Rationale: Detecting sharp or dull touch is a test for peripheral nerve function. Assessing for pronator drift is a test for muscle weakness due to cerebral or brainstem dysfunction. Assessment of hand grasps compares equality of muscle strength bilaterally. Repetitive alternating motion tests the client’s coordination, an indicator of cerebellar function.

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