Jerry Is in an Automobile Accident That Severs His Spinal

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Essay

Jerry is in an automobile accident that severs his spinal cord at the L3 level. After his recovery, he wonders if he will still be able to have an erection. What would you tell him?

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A structure in the cochlea of the inner ear that supports the organ of Corti, playing a critical role in sound perception.

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures on the surface of cells that move in a wave-like manner to propel substances.

Dynamic Equilibrium

A state of balance between continuing processes, especially in physical and chemical reactions, where forward and reverse processes occur at equal rates.

Cristae

The internal folds of the mitochondrion's inner membrane, where aerobic respiration processes occur, enabling energy production.