Because the stretch reflexes can be traced back along certain spinal nerve routes,
A) they are not used in diagnosis of brain potential brain damage.
B) they are only useful for diagnosis if there has been damage to the spinal cord.
C) it is possible to determine what level of the spinal cord may have been damaged.
D) they are only helpful when diagnosing problems in the extremities.
E) they are only helpful if the patient is conscious.

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The stretch reflexes can be traced back along certain spinal nerve routes, allowing for determination of what level of the spinal cord may have been damaged. This can aid in diagnosis of spinal cord injuries.

Because the Stretch Reflexes Can Be Traced Back Along Certain