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Which of the following is FALSE regarding sliding “step-up” hinges?

What anatomical landmark is used as reference for the most distal termination of a unilateral upper extremity prosthesis?

A treatment goal for longer transradial residual limbs is to preserve as much pronation and supination as possible. To accomplish this, which of the following would you choose for socket suspension?

What are the best exercises for a transfemoral patient to minimize contractures?

What is the most critical information obtained from the sound side when measuring/evaluating in order to bench align a transtibial prosthesis?

Which added component operates the elbow unlock features when limited shoulder excursion is available?

The proper bench alignment for a transtibial socket is __________ degrees of __________.  

Which of the following foot types provides improved tibial progression (rollover) in stance phase through deflection?

The standard AP bench alignment of the socket, in relation to the foot, is that the midline of the socket falls __________ to the foot bolt or pylon center.

What should the electrodes’ gain settings be as a general starting point?