Aken, Chevron, McKeever, Keller, and McBride Are Techniques for Which

question 55

Multiple Choice

Aken, Chevron, McKeever, Keller, and McBride are techniques for which lower extremity procedure?

• A) above knee amputation (AKA)
• B) below knee amputation (BKA)
• C) bunionectomy
• D) triple arthrodesis

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Definitions:

Myelin Sheaths

Insulating layers that form around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord, which enable faster transmission of electrical impulses.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's fight-or-flight response during perceived threats.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and promoting a state of calm and rest in the body.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending out neural signals.