Neuro

Question 1

True or False: Anterior cord syndrome commonly results from direct contusion to the anterior cord by bone fragments or from damage to the anterior spinal artery.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

This syndrome is caused by a complete hemisection of the spinal cord, resulting in a greater ipsilateral proprioceptive motor loss and a greater contralateral loss of pain and temperature sensation.
Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Central Cord Syndrome
Mixed Syndrome
Anterior Cord Syndrome

Answer 2

Brown- Sequard Syndrome

Question 3

Mr. Urban is a 26 year-old male with a C6 complete spinal cord injury. Which muscles are impacted?
wrist extensors
deltoid
biceps
diaphragm

Answer 3

Deltoid