Which of the Following Characteristics Distinguish Central Nervous System Dysfunction

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics distinguish central nervous system dysfunction from peripheral nervous system dysfunction?

• A)Hypertonia in upper motor neuron involvement
• B)Paraspinal sensation
• C)Slow muscle atrophy
• D)Hypertonia in lower motor neuron involvement

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