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To assess spinal levels L2, L3 and L4 in Tina, which deep tendon reflexes would have to
Subjective Data Collection be tested?
Objective Data Collection Correct: The patellar deep tendon reflex involves the sensory and motor nerve fibers associated with spinal
segments L2, L3, and L4. Location of abnormal reflexes may be helpful in identifying neurological pathologies of
Education & Empathy the spine.
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Achilles
Biceps
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Patellar (Correct Response)
Lifespan Triceps
Imagine that you were preparing to irrigate a Foley catheter of a patient with a spinal cord
Review Questions injury at T4 in a urology clinic. Upon moving the leg bag, the patient became suddenly
Self-Reflection
flushed and diaphoretic above the nipple line. What would you suspect was happening?
Correct: Autonomic dysreflexia is the sudden increase in blood pressure caused by dysregulation of
sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems reacting to a noxious stimulus below the site of spinal injury.
Other symptoms include bradycardia, anxiety, blurred vision, headache, flushing, and sweating. The noxious
stimulus (pulling of the Foley catheter) should be alleviated to resolve the condition.
Which of the following is not a common symptom of Parkinson's disease?
Incorrect: Parkinson’s disease is characterized by tremors at rest, bradykinesia, cogwheel rigidity, postural
instability, festination, lack of facial expression, reduced arm swing, autonomic and neuroendocrine dysfunctions,
and a variety of psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.
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