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The episode discusses key concepts in neurologic examination through a case study of a patient with specific symptoms.

Elena presents with significant muscle atrophy in the lower extremities, fasciculations of the gastrocnemius, and a 1+ Achilles tendon reflex. During gait, the patient demonstrates a "slapping" foot strike. These signs are MOST indicative of: A) A lesion in the corticospinal tract B) An injury to the cerebellum C) Compression of the posterior columns D) A lesion in the anterior horn cells Join the FREE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com

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