A Patient Has a Herniated Disk Compressing the Lumbar Spine

A patient has a herniated disk compressing the lumbar spine at L2, L3, and L4 that is impairing deep tendon reflexes. Which response does a nurse expect from this patient?

A) Diminished contraction of the gastrocnemius muscle with plantar flexion of the foot
B) Diminished contraction of the quadriceps muscle with extension of the lower leg
C) Diminished plantar flexion of the toes
D) Diminished dorsiflexion of the foot and flexion of the toes

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