SCI: Prognosis for Recovery

Question 1

Prognosis for SCI is dependent on

Answer 1

Whether the lesion is complete or incomplete.

Question 2

If _____ or return of ____ below the level of the injury does not occur in 24–48 hours after
injury, motor function is less likely to return.

Answer 2

sensation

motor function

Question 3

If sensation or return of motor function below the level of the injury does not occur in _____ after
injury, motor function is less likely to return.

Answer 3

24–48 hour

Question 4

The _____ of the original injury is highly correlated with the degree of probable recovery.

Answer 4

severity

Question 5

Most recovery from SCI occurs within _____ post-injury for both complete and incomplete injuries.

Answer 5

the first 3 months

Question 6

Though most recover occurs within the first 3 months post-injury, recovery continues for ____ or longer, although the rate of recovery declines during this time.

Answer 6

18 months

Question 7

_______ in the zone of partial preservation for complete injuries may dramatically improve functional performance.

Answer 7

Strengthening muscles

Question 8

Strengthening muscles in ______ for complete injuries may dramatically improve functional performance.

Answer 8

the zone of partial preservation

Question 9

Strengthening muscles in the zone of partial preservation for ____ injuries may dramatically improve functional performance.

Answer 9

complete

Question 10

The overall purpose of SCI rehabilitation is to (2 things)

Answer 10

prevent further medical complications and to maximize

the client’s function.