Madeline likely injured her ulnar nerve. What diagnostic test would best help determine the potential damage to this nerve?

a. Have Madeline extend her elbow against resistance.
b. Have Madeline flex her wrist and fingers against resistance.
c. Have Madeline hold a piece of paper between her fingers while the physician tries to pull the paper away.
d. Have Madeline flex her elbow while the physician applies gentle pressure to the anterior forearm muscles.


c. Have Madeline hold a piece of paper between her fingers while the physician tries to pull the paper away.

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