1. Why do you think these simple tasks were so difficult for Dr. Conrad? Interpreting sensory information is one of the primary functions of the brain. Without receiving this information or only receiving a limited part, the body and the primary control center (brain) are not having their optimal functioning. This deficit of communication will create a difficulty during task completion, for example the force required for grasping. “The amount of force needed to maintain grasp on an object also depends on sensory feedback (Cooper, 2014 pp. 277). Sensory information provides us with specific details about our environment that guide us throughout every activity. Sensation is so important because it controls movement, and more importantly decreases …show more content…
Given the case presented, why do you think the Semmes Weinstein was chosen over the 2 pt. discrimination (especially since the original injury was a surgical “nick to the nerve”?
The two-point discrimination test focuses on the client’s ability to distinguish the difference between one and two points and also confirm sensation on that area (Cooper, 2014 pp. 78). It is also mentioned that is used to measure innervation density, this is the amount of sensory units in a specific area (Radomski & Trombly, 2014 pp. 278). In the other hand, the Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament Test was developed to evaluate light touch thresholds. It is considered that it can detect even the smallest sensory perception changes and that is the most sensitive one (Radomski & Trombly, 2014 pp. 283).

2. Please do a brief summary of one other assessment method (sensory) that was not presented (choose something different than your classmates!)
Temperature awareness. This assessment was developed to determine the client’s ability to differentiate between warm and cold stimulus. The cold stimulus could be around 40°F and the warm stimulus on 115°F-120°F and these are applied to a area of the client’s skin. A normal response should provide a score of 100%. (Radomski & Trombly, 2014 pp.