To Perform a Deep Tendon Reflex Measurement, You Should

question 40

Multiple Choice

To perform a deep tendon reflex measurement, you should

• A)briskly tap the tendon with the rubber end of the hammer.
• B)place the hammer firmly on the tendon for 3 to 5 seconds.
• C)tap the silver end of the hammer on the tendon.
• D)use the needle implement to determine sensory perception.
• E)never use the pointed end to strike your finger placed over a tendon.

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Definitions:

Diaphoretic

Exhibiting excessive sweating as a symptom of disease or a side effect of medication, or due to intensive physical activity or heat.

Temperature Range

The span of temperature from minimum to maximum that is considered acceptable or safe for a specific process, environment, or organism.

Mercury Thermometers

Instruments used for measuring temperature, containing mercury that expands or contracts in response to temperature changes.

Electronic Thermometers

Devices that measure body temperature using electronic sensors, offering a mercury-free alternative to traditional thermometers.