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Hamza is 3 weeks post-stroke and presents with right-sided hemiparesis. He is able to sit unsupported but struggles to stand and has difficulty walking without assistance. His Brunnstrom stage is III for the right upper extremity and II for the right lower extremity. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for this patient to improve his functional mobility and independence?
A) Facilitate weight-bearing on the right lower extremity using assistive devices
B) Move the patient's right lower extremity through PNF patterns
C) Use body-weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT)
D) Initiate fine motor activities for the right hand to improve hand dexterity
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Hamza is 3 weeks post-stroke and presents with right-sided hemiparesis. He is able to sit unsupported but struggles to stand and has difficulty walking without assistance. His Brunnstrom stage is III for the right upper extremity and II for the right lower extremity. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for this patient to improve his functional mobility and independence?
A) Facilitate weight-bearing on the right lower extremity using assistive devices
B) Move the patient's right lower extremity through PNF patterns
C) Use body-weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT)
D) Initiate fine motor activities for the right hand to improve hand dexterity
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