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The Nurse Is Assessing the Patellar Reflex on a Client

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The nurse is assessing the patellar reflex on a client and obtains no reflexive activity. The client is alert and oriented. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?


A) Document the findings as normal.
B) Notify the healthcare provider immediately.
C) Look at the medication records for central nervous system depressants.
D) Retest the reflex after having the client use distraction during the exam.

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