A Patient with a Neck Fracture at the C5 Level

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient with a neck fracture at the C5 level is admitted to the intensive care unit. During initial assessment of the patient, the nurse recognizes the presence of neurogenic shock on finding

• A) hypotension, bradycardia, and warm extremities.
• B) involuntary, spastic movements of the arms and legs.
• C) hyperactive reflex activity below the level of the injury.
• D) lack of movement or sensation below the level of the injury.