When a Provider Taps the Knee to Determine the Presence

question 33

Multiple Choice

When a provider taps the knee to determine the presence of a knee-jerk reflex, what is happening?

• A)A message is sent to the brain to respond.
• B)A message is sent to the spinal cord to respond.
• C)The nerve being tapped responds locally and no message is transmitted.

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