Which term means paralysis on only one side of the body?

A) quadriplegia
B) hemiplegia
C) paraplegia
D) hemiparesis


B) hemiplegia
Correct. Hemiplegia means paralysis on only one side of the body. Quadriplegia is
paralysis of all four limbs. Paraplegia is paralysis of the lower portion of the body and both legs.
Hemiparesis is weakness or loss of motion on one side of the body.

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