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What is the function of the stretch reflex?
What is the function of the stretch reflex?
- To contract the muscle against stretch (correct)
- To inhibit the agonist muscle
- To prevent tearing of tendons
- To activate the antagonist muscle
Which condition can cause excessive deep tendon reflexes?
Which condition can cause excessive deep tendon reflexes?
- Absence of deep tendon reflexes
- Inhibition from higher brain centers (correct)
- Damage to sensory or motor nerves
- Normal variation in reflexes
What is the purpose of the withdrawal reflex?
What is the purpose of the withdrawal reflex?
- To extend the affected limb
- To stabilize the body
- To withdraw from a painful stimulus (correct)
- To perform a complex movement
Which test evaluates dorsal column function?
Which test evaluates dorsal column function?
What does pronator drift indicate?
What does pronator drift indicate?
Which mnemonic is used for cranial nerves in clinical physiology?
Which mnemonic is used for cranial nerves in clinical physiology?
What is the main function of the stratum corneum layer of the epidermis?
What is the main function of the stratum corneum layer of the epidermis?
What is the primary function of the stratum granulosum layer of the epidermis?
What is the primary function of the stratum granulosum layer of the epidermis?
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the synthesis of keratin?
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the synthesis of keratin?
What is the primary function of the Langerhans cells found in the epidermis?
What is the primary function of the Langerhans cells found in the epidermis?
What is the main structural component of collagen fibers in the dermis?
What is the main structural component of collagen fibers in the dermis?
Which type of collagen makes up the majority of the body's collagen?
Which type of collagen makes up the majority of the body's collagen?