You are caring for a patient with an upper motor neuron lesion. What clinical manifestations would you expect this patient to exhibit?
A) Decreased muscle tone
B) Flaccid paralysis
C) Loss of voluntary control
D) Slow reflexes
Ans: C
Feedback: Upper motor neuron lesions do not cause muscle atrophy, flaccid paralysis, or slow reflexes. Upper motor neuron lesions do cause loss of voluntary control.
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