Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Overview
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What is the collection of spinal nerves formed after the spinal cord tapers out?

  • Cauda equina (correct)
  • Descending tracts
  • Conus medullaris
  • Epiconus
  • What segment of the spinal cord is defined as the spinal segment from L4 or L5 to S2?

  • Cauda equina
  • Ascending tracts
  • Conus medullaris
  • Epiconus (correct)
  • What is the general definition of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?

  • Injury at cervical, thoracic, or lumber level
  • Damage to the spinal cord causing temporary or permanent changes in its function (correct)
  • Disorder affecting spinal nerves
  • Symptoms include loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function
  • Which type of injury is damage to the body caused by external force, such as accidents, falls, hits, and weapons?

    <p>Traumatic injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms may include loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function in the parts of the body served by the spinal cord below the level of the injury?

    <p>Loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function</p> Signup and view all the answers

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