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1
Q

what spinal level is biceps reflex?

A

C5/C6

2
Q

what sensory signals are carried by the spinothalamic tract?

A

pain and temperature

3
Q

what sensory signals are carried by the posterior columns?

A

vibration and proprioception

4
Q

what sensory signals are carried by the posterior columns?

A

vibration and proprioception

5
Q

Give 5 upper motor neurone signs

A
tone increased
little atrophy (diffuse)
brisk tendon reflexes
ankle clonus
extensor plantar response
6
Q

Give 3 Lower motor neurone signs

A

Muscle Wasting
Fasciculation
Reduced tone
absent reflexes

fasciculations are only pathological if there is associated muscle wasting

7
Q

Give 3 Lower motor neurone signs

A

Muscle Wasting
Fasciculation
Reduced tone
absent reflexes

fasciculations are only pathological if there is associated muscle wasting

8
Q

What do C3, 4 and 5 do?

A

keep the diaphragm alive