A client is diagnosed with a C7-8 spinal cord injury. What actions should the nurse expect this client to perform independently? (Select all that apply.)
1. Flex wrists
2. Extend elbows
3. Full hand control
4. Some use of the fingers
5. Full use of thoracic muscles
Answer: 1, 2, 4
1. For a C7-8 injury the client should be able to flex the wrists.
2. For a C7-8 injury the client should be able to extend the elbows.
3. Full hand control is associated with a T1-5 injury.
4. For a C7-8 injury the client should be able to have some use of the fingers.
5. Full use of thoracic muscles is associated with a T1-5 injury.
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