Virtually ALL Cases of Tetanus Occur in Individuals Who Have

question 51

True/False

Virtually ALL cases of tetanus occur in individuals who have failed to receive tetanus toxoid booster immunizations.

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Definitions:

Cortex Controls Movement

The regions of the brain's cortex that are involved in planning, controlling, and executing voluntary movements.

Spinal Cord

The main pathway for transmitting information between the brain and the rest of the body, housed within the spinal column.

Quadriplegia

Paralysis of the legs and arms due to spinal cord injury.

C1-C2

The first two cervical vertebrae in the spine, vital for supporting the skull, enabling head movements, and protecting the spinal cord.