Question

select the correct answer.
jared is suffering from a problem in one knee. his doctor suspects nerve damage. what can jareds doctor test to confirm whether jared has a damaged nerve?
a. deep tendon reflexes
b. range of motion
c. balance and coordination tests
d. strength tests

Explanation:

Deep tendon reflexes are related to nerve function. When a nerve is damaged, the deep tendon reflexes can be affected. Range of motion (B) mainly assesses joint and muscle flexibility. Balance and coordination tests (C) evaluate the overall neuromuscular system's ability to work together for balance, not specifically just nerve damage. Strength tests (D) measure muscle strength, which can be affected by many factors including muscle problems, not just nerve damage. Nerve damage often impacts the deep tendon reflexes as the reflex arc (which involves nerves) is disrupted.

Answer:

A. deep tendon reflexes