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"automatic actions"
automatic motor responses and changes in autonomic nervous system
MINimal conscious response to external environment |
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"postural reactions"
Testing: unable to imitate running stitch
movement is associated with comfort
some awareness of large objects in environment
may assist caregiver with simple tasks |
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"manual actions"
testing: able to imitate running stitch, 3 stitches
use of hands to manipulate objects
may be able to perform a limited number of tasks with long-term repetitive training (ie: ADLs) |
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"goal directed actions"
testing: able to imitate whip stitch, 3 stitches
ability to carry out simple tasks through completion
relies heavily on visual cues
may be able to perform established routines but cannot cope with unexpected events |
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"exploratory actions"
testing: able to imitate single cordovan stitching using overt (physical) trial-and-error, 3 stitches
new learning occurs
may be usual level of function for 20% of population |
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"planned actions"
testing: able to imitate single cordovan stitch using covert (mental) trial-and-error
absence of disability
think of hypothetical situations, plan ahead to prevent mistakes |
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