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The Nurse Performs a Reflex Test on a Newly Admitted

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The nurse performs a reflex test on a newly admitted adult patient.The nurse runs a tongue blade along the sole of the foot and the patient responds with the great toe bending backward (upward) and the smaller toes fanning outward.The nurse suspects the patient may be suffering from what? (Select all that apply.)


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Testes

Male reproductive glands that produce sperm and sex hormones, playing a key role in male reproductive and endocrine systems.

Scrotum

The pouch of skin that hangs below the penis, housing the testicles and part of the spermatic cord.

Subcutaneous Plaques

Fibrous or hard patches that form under the skin, often associated with various dermatological conditions.

Testes

Male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm and sex hormones, primarily testosterone.

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