A patient demonstrates rippling under the skin on the arms. The patient's spouse asks the healthcare professional to explain why this occurs. What response by the professional is most accurate?
A)Loss of temperature regulation in distal, proximal, or midline muscles
B)Atrophy of primary motor neurons
C)Loss of sensation leading to flaccid paralysis
D)Spastic movements due to increased deep tendon reflexes

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is known as fasciculation and is particularly associated with primary motor neuron injury. The other explanations do not explain this phenomenon.

A Patient Demonstrates Rippling Under the Skin on the Arms