A 27-Year-Old Male Is Admitted to a Neurologic Unit with a Complete

question 52

Multiple Choice

A 27-year-old male is admitted to a neurologic unit with a complete C-5 spinal cord transection.On initial assessment,he is bradycardic,hypotensive,and hyperventilating.He appears to be going into shock.The most likely mechanism of his shock is:

• A) Hypovolemia caused by blood loss
• B) Hypovolemia caused by evaporative fluid losses
• C) Vasodilation caused by gram-negative bacterial infection
• D) Vasodilation caused by a decrease in sympathetic stimulation

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Definitions:

Tuberosity

A large rounded projection on a bone, often serving as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.

Brachioradialis

A muscle of the forearm that flexes the forearm at the elbow, especially when the forearm is in a position midway between pronation and supination.

Biceps Brachii

A large muscle on the front of the upper arm responsible for flexing the forearm and supinating the forearm.

Forced Inspiration

The act of taking a deep breath with the aid of muscles other than the diaphragm, such as the neck and chest muscles.