While observing the neurologist complete a neurological examination the nurse notes that a patient does not have a left patellar reflex.In which areas should the nurse consider the patient has a dysfunction? (Select all that apply.)

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If the patellar reflex is absent,the problem might be in the quadriceps femoris muscle,the femoral nerve,or the spinal cord itself.C.D.The absence of a patellar reflex does not suggest that a problem exists within the anterior fibula or posterior tibial muscles.

While Observing the Neurologist Complete a Neurological Examination the Nurse