Which is a neurologic test in which the metal handle of a percussion hammer is used to firmly stroke the lateral sole of the foot from the heel to the toes?
A)Glasgow scale
B)mini mental status exam
C)Babinski's sign
D)visual evoked response test

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The test is called the Babinski's sign, and it is used to assess for certain neurologic conditions. The normal response is for the toes to curl downwards, but if the toes fan out or extend upwards, it suggests an abnormality in the upper motor neurons of the spinal cord or brain.

Which Is a Neurologic Test in Which the Metal Handle