A compression or burst fracture of the cervical spine would MOST likely occur following:
A) a direct blow to the occipital region of the skull.
B) rapid acceleration following a motor vehicle crash.
C) axial loading after a patient falls and lands feet first.
D) a significant fall in which the patient lands head first.
Answer: D) a significant fall in which the patient lands head first.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)