When performing the primary assessment on a patient with an isolated spinalcord injury, you note that he is in severe respiratory distress and struggling to breathe. Where should you suspect the spinalcord injury has occurred?
A) Thoracic spine
B) Lumbar spine
C) Cervical spine
D) Diaphragm
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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