Reflexes Flashcards by aminah mahmood

Q

Why are reflexes involuntary?

A

To save the person from danger

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What is a reflex arc composed of?

A

receptor
sensory neurons
synapses
motor neurons
effector

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Why is reflex testing important.

A

To test for damage to spine and brain

Distortion, slow or absent reflexes imply damage

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