A mill worker with injuries to the spinal cord is under care at a healthcare facility and is now anxious about the paralysis that he has experienced. What would be the consequence of a transection of the spinal cord?
A) Permanent paralysis
B) Chronic headaches
C) Confusion
D) Loss of renal function
A
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If the spinal cord is cut through completely (transection), paralysis below the level of injury is permanent. Chronic headaches, confusion, and loss of renal function are not consequences of a transection of the spinal cord. Electrolyte imbalances, hypoxia, small strokes, drugs, pain, stress, or anemia could result in confusion.
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