A shortened right leg is an example of an ____________ factor of a postural deviation.
Suggested Answer: B
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Julie
10 months ago
Agreed, intrinsic factors are internal issues like this.
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Kenia
11 months ago
Really? I didn't know that was classified as intrinsic.
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Phyliss
11 months ago
Shortened limbs affect posture directly, so intrinsic makes sense.
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Dominga
11 months ago
I thought it was extrinsic?
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Stephane
11 months ago
It's definitely an intrinsic factor!
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Jani
12 months ago
I definitely recall that intrinsic factors are internal, so I would go with A for this question.
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Idella
12 months ago
I’m torn between intrinsic and extrinsic here. I feel like both could apply in some cases.
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Claribel
12 months ago
I remember practicing questions about postural deviations, and I think intrinsic factors are related to the body itself.
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Aleisha
1 year ago
I think a shortened right leg would be an intrinsic factor, but I'm not completely sure.
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Karrie
1 year ago
I've got this! A shortened right leg is an example of an intrinsic factor that can contribute to a postural deviation. The question is asking about the type of factor, and intrinsic factors are those that originate within the individual. I'm confident that's the correct answer.
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Osvaldo
1 year ago
Wait, is this asking about the assessment of postural deviations or the actual factors themselves? I'm a bit confused on the wording of the question. I'll have to read it over again and see if I can figure out the best approach.
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Shenika
1 year ago
Okay, let me see. A shortened right leg would be considered an external or extrinsic factor that can lead to a postural deviation, right? I'm pretty sure that's the right answer, but I'll double-check my notes just to be sure.
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Aide
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I know we covered postural deviations in class, but I can't quite remember the specific terminology for the different factors. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Bulah
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question about the factors that contribute to postural deviations. I'm pretty confident I know the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic factors, so I'll carefully consider each option.
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Alisha
1 year ago
A shortened leg is the result of a leg being, well, shorter. Seems pretty intrinsic to me, unless someone surgically altered it. Hmm, maybe that's an 'extrinsic' factor?
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Azalee
1 year ago
Assessment is important to determine the extent of the postural deviation.
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Donette
1 year ago
I think it could also be considered extrinsic if it was altered through surgery.
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Stephen
1 year ago
A shortened leg is definitely an intrinsic factor of postural deviation.
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Katie
1 year ago
Elemental? What does that even mean in this context? I'm glad I'm not the one writing these exam questions.
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Hildegarde
1 year ago
Assessment is the process of evaluating the postural deviation.
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Reuben
1 year ago
Extrinsic would be something outside the body causing the deviation.
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Giovanna
1 year ago
Intrinsic means it's something within the body, like a shortened leg.
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Ailene
1 year ago
Assessment? Really? How is a shortened leg an assessment? This question is a real head-scratcher.
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Jaime
1 year ago
D) elemental
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Darci
1 year ago
C) assessment
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Antonio
1 year ago
B) extrinsic
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Johnathon
1 year ago
A) Intrinsic
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Ocie
1 year ago
Extrinsic factors are things outside the body, so this has to be an intrinsic factor. Easy peasy!
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Marleen
1 year ago
That's correct! Intrinsic factors like muscle imbalances or structural abnormalities can definitely affect posture.
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Juan
1 year ago
Yes, you're right! An intrinsic factor is something within the body that can contribute to a postural deviation.
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Freeman
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure a shortened right leg is an intrinsic factor, since it's a physical characteristic of the individual's body.
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Enola
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it could also be B) extrinsic because it's something external affecting the posture.
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Madonna
2 years ago
I agree with Susana, a shortened right leg would be an intrinsic factor.
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Susana
2 years ago
I think the answer is A) Intrinsic.