An Individual Accidentally Transected the Spinal Cord Between T1 and L1

question 44

Multiple Choice

An individual accidentally transected the spinal cord between T1 and L1. This would result in
)

• A) spinal shock only
• B) quadriplegia
• C) paraplegia
• D) hemiplegia

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Definitions:

LDL

Low-Density Lipoprotein, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, which can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease.

Peptidases

Enzymes that break down peptides into their component amino acids by cleaving the peptide bonds between them.

Intestinal Epithelial Cells

Cells lining the intestine that absorb nutrients, produce mucus, and form a barrier against pathogens.

Proteins

Large biomolecules or macromolecules consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues, serving a wide range of functions in organisms.