If a doctor attempts to trigger the patellar tendon reflex and a lack of response occurs, what are potential regions where patho

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logy might exist? I) the brain II) the knee III) the spinal cord A. only I B. only II C. only III D. only II and III

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kogti [31] · Answer 1 · 2023-04-10T09:24:48+03:00

Option D. Only II and III.(THE KNEE AND THE SPINAL CORD)

What is the patellar tendon reflex?

The patellar tendon reflex refers to a kicking-like motion produced by the extension of the knee joint upon the ipsilateral stimulation of the patellar tendon.
The reflex is thought to play a role in maintaining balance

Striking of the patellar tendon with a reflex hammer just below the patella stretches the muscle spindle in the quadriceps muscle.

What is pathology?

Pathology is the medical discipline that provides diagnostic information to patients and clinicians.
It impacts nearly all aspects of patient care, from diagnosing cancer to managing chronic diseases through accurate laboratory testing.
The sharp tap on the tendon slightly stretches the quadriceps, the complex of muscles at the front of the upper leg
In reaction these muscles contract, and the contraction tends to straighten the leg in a kicking motion.
Exaggeration or absence of the reaction suggests that there may be damage to the central nervous system

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