The Edema of the Upper Cervical Cord After Spinal Cord

question 16

Multiple Choice

The edema of the upper cervical cord after spinal cord injury is considered life threatening because of which possible outcome?

• A) Hypovolemic shock from blood lost during the injury
• B) Breathing difficulties from an impairment to the diaphragm
• C) Head injury that likely occurred during the injury
• D) Spinal shock immediately after the injury

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