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Yi-Chen

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The paraplegic must exercise his muscles daily to prevent a reduction in muscle size and strength known as:
 
  A. ankylosis
   B. ataxia
   C. atrophy
   D. tenodynia

Question 2

Which medical procedure is used to test the extraocular muscles?
 
  A) visual acuity test
  B) visual field test
  C) pupillary response test
  D) gaze test



swimkari

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) This is used to test far and near vision, not the extraocular muscles.
B) This is used to test peripheral vision, not the extraocular muscles.
C) This is used to test the pupils, not the extraocular muscles.
D) Correct During gaze testing, the patient follows the physician's finger from side to side and up and down.



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