What is the correct interpretation if during the finger-to-nose test the patient’s tremor increases in amplitude as finger approaches the target?

Autor: Dr. Petya Stefanova
1.4. Kleinhirn und motorische Koordination.
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September 28, 2023

What is the correct interpretation if during the finger-to-nose test the patient's tremor increases in amplitude as finger approaches the target?

A: Patient has parkinsonism.

B: Patient has essential tremor.

C: Patient has intention tremor.

D: Normal finger-to-nose test

Correct answer is C). Intention tremor is a type of tremor that occurs during purposeful and goal-directed movements, especially when the individual approaches a target. It tends to become more pronounced as the individual gets closer to the target. Intention tremor is often associated with conditions that affect the cerebellum, a part of the brain responsible for coordinating fine motor movements.

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What is the correct interpretation if during the finger-to-nose test the patient’s tremor increases in amplitude as finger approaches the target?

What is the correct interpretation if during the finger-to-nose test the patient's tremor increases in amplitude as finger approaches the target?

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