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Neuromuscular & Nervous System Flashcards

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  1. Which spinal cord level is responsible for the knee jerk (patellar) reflex?

    Answer: L3–L4

    The patellar (knee jerk) reflex is mediated through the L3–L4 spinal cord segments.

  2. A patient with a complete C6 spinal cord injury would retain which muscle function?

    Answer: Wrist extensors

    C6 innervates the extensor carpi radialis, so wrist extension is preserved in a complete C6 injury.

  3. Which type of stroke causes deficits on the SAME side as the lesion?

    Answer: Cerebellar stroke

    Cerebellar lesions cause ipsilateral (same-side) deficits because the cerebellum controls the same side of the body.

  4. The Romberg test primarily assesses which sensory system?

    Answer: Proprioception

    The Romberg test assesses proprioceptive (somatosensory) function by removing visual input while the patient stands.

  5. Which gait deviation is most characteristic of a patient with foot drop?

    Answer: Steppage gait

    Steppage gait (exaggerated hip and knee flexion to clear the foot) is the compensatory pattern for foot drop.

  6. Spasticity in upper motor neuron lesions is characterized by:

    Answer: Velocity-dependent resistance

    Spasticity is a velocity-dependent increase in tonic stretch reflexes, distinguishing it from rigidity.