Bill Contracts a Viral Disease That Destroys Cells in the Posterior

question 19

Multiple Choice

Bill contracts a viral disease that destroys cells in the posterior gray horns in his spinal cord.As a result,which of the following would you expect?

• A)loss of sensation in his torso
• B)inability to breathe
• C)problems with moving his arms
• D)uncontrollable sweating of his feet
• E)problems with moving his legs

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