Damage to the Ventral Roots of the First Five Thoracic

question 109

Multiple Choice

Damage to the ventral roots of the first five thoracic spinal nerves on the right side of the body wouldinterfere with the ability to

• A) dilate the right pupil.
• B) constrict the right pupil.
• C) dilate the left pupil.
• D) constrict the left pupil.
• E) smile and frown.

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