Complete Paralysis of the Diaphragm Occurs If the Spinal Cord

question 47

True/False

Complete paralysis of the diaphragm occurs if the spinal cord is crushed or destroyed just below the C5 region.

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Definitions:

Sodium Ions

charged atoms of sodium, essential for various physiological processes including muscle function and fluid balance.

Positive Charge

An electrical condition that occurs when an atom loses electrons, resulting in a surplus of protons, giving it a net positive electric charge.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system that support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Cerebral Spinal Fluid

Clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord that acts as a cushion for the brain's cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull.