OPC Prosthetics Written Practice Questions - OPC Prosthetics Written Certification Examination Exam

Hand dominance is irrelevant because bilateral upper limb amputees are trained to be completely symmetrical in their bi-manual controls. Identifying the patient's pre-amputation hand dominance to establish which side will receive a voluntary closing terminal device and which will receive a voluntary opening device. Evaluating residual limb length, range of motion, and muscle strength on both sides to determine which limb can most effectively act as the dominant 'active' system. Ensuring that the shorter residual limb is designated as the dominant limb to maximize its limited leverage through myoelectric amplification.