Date Published
November 3, 2021
Updated For
ALS PCS Version ALS PCS Version 5.2
Question:
As far as the LAMS is concerned, when assessing grip strength, what is the score for a pt who has normal grip on one side only?
Answer:
The score is assessed comparing one side to the other.
So, if one side is weaker than the other (but can still grip), you would score this a one (1). If there is no grip on the affected side, it is scored a two (2).
If, however, you mean that the patient has a previous deficit, then you would score the patient with your findings, but make sure to communicate the history of the deficit to the receiving stroke team. Please see a similar Ask MAC on this very topic of previous deficit (here).
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