A Lower Spinal Cord Lesion May Be Indicated by Which

question 22

Multiple Choice

A lower spinal cord lesion may be indicated by which finding?

• A) Lack of an anal wink
• B) Rectal prolapse
• C) Anal fistula
• D) Small flaps of anal skin

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Definitions:

Celiac Trunk

A major artery that supplies blood to the abdominal organs, including the stomach, spleen, and liver.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, typically measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg).

Capillaries

Microscopic blood vessels that facilitate the exchange of water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and many other nutrients and waste substances between blood and tissues.

Pulse

The rhythmic expansion and contraction of arteries each time the heart beats, often felt at various points on the body as a heartbeat.