A 59-year-old patient has a herniated intervertebral disc.Which of the following findings should the nurse expect to see on physical assessment of this individual?

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A herniated intervertebral disc can compress spinal nerve roots, leading to decreased reflexes such as hyporeflexia. Increased muscle tone, a positive Babinski sign, and the presence of pathological reflexes are not typically associated with a herniated disc.

A 59-Year-Old Patient Has a Herniated Intervertebral Disc