Which of the following is not a reason a reflex response may fail during a clinical exam?
A) The person may consciously suppress the response.
B) The nerves may be damaged.
C) The person may be elderly and no longer have any reflexes.
D) The CNS may be damaged.
E) There may be nerve conduction problems.

Question

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It is not true that elderly individuals no longer have any reflexes, as reflexes may still be present but may be weaker or slower due to the aging process. The other options provide valid reasons for a reflex response to fail during a clinical exam.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reason a Reflex