nervous system

A ? is a pathway that a nerve impulse follows during a reflex action

reflex arc is also called

muscle has predetermined set length

stretch reflex helps?

is a pre-programmed response by the body to a stretch stimulus in the muscle

Testing stretch reflexes demonstrate functioning sensory and motor connections between the ?, ?, and ?

is a spinal reflex intended to protect the body from damaging stimuli. It is polysynaptic, and causes the stimulation of sensory, association, and motor neurons.

Causes an automatic response that withdrawals the body from the painful stimulus

Accompanies the flexor reflex to prevent excessive movement and further damage

? is a type of involuntary motor response initiated by the gentle stimulation of the skin, which is assessed during the neurological examination to evaluate sensory and motor pathways