The nurse is assessing an adult patient's patellar reflex. Which finding will the nurse record as normal?

A) 1+
B) 2+
C) 3+
D) 4+

Patellar Reflex

A reflex action of the leg resulting from a sharp tap on the patellar tendon, used to test the nervous system's response.

Reflex

An involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.

Normal

Conforming to a standard; usual, typical, or expected state or condition.