Which of the following characteristics distinguish central nervous system dysfunction from peripheral nervous system dysfunction?

A. Hypertonia in upper motor neuron involvement
B. Paraspinal sensation
C. Slow muscle atrophy
D. Hypertonia in lower motor neuron involvement


ANS: A
Rationale: See Table 12-4.

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