Deep Tendon Reflex Assessment

Garret is a 30-year-old patient who was hospitalized 3 days ago after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome. During examination, the patient is able to perform repeated seated marches without difficulty. However, the therapist notes impaired sensation in a glove-and-stocking distribution and difficulty with heel- and toe-walking. The therapist decides to assess the hip flexor deep tendon reflex. Which of the following reflex grades is MOST likely?A) 0B) 1+C) 2+D) 4+Join the FREE NPTE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com