Needle electrodes are inserted into skeletal muscles to record nerve impulses and measure conduction time when a(n) ________ is performed to detect neuromuscular disorders or nerve damage.  

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


electromyography  or  
EMG
Electromyography is used to detect neuromuscular disorders and nerve damage.

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a. arachnoid b. dura c. galea d. pia

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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