Spinal Cord Injury (ATI) Flashcards
1
Q
Spinal cord injuries involve a loss of
A
motor function, reflexes, and control of elimination
2
Q
Injuries in the cervical region result in
A
quadriplegia (paralysis/paresis of all four extremities and trunk)
3
Q
Injuries below T1 results in
A
paraplegia (paralysis of the lower extremities)
truncal instability also results if the lesion is in the upper thoracic region
