The nurse is assessing the patient using the technique shown. Which finding should the nurse consider normal?
1. pain only at the hip during flexion
2. resistance in the hip joint
3. a clicking sound in the knee upon flexion
4. no pain or resistance in either hip or knee joint
Correct Answer: 4
This test assesses for Kernig sign. The patient should feel no pain or resistance during this maneuver. Pain in the hip, resistance in the hip, and a clicking sound in the knee are not normal.
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