A client who sustained a spinal cord injury at the level of T6 is to go to rehabilitation. The goal of functioning for this client will be:
1. having full control of the legs.
2. being completely dependent.
3. being able to extend the elbows.
4. controlling abdominal muscles and balance well.
Answer: 4
1. Full control of the legs is expected for clients with an S1-2 injury.
2. The client with a C1-3 injury will be almost completely dependent for care.
3. The goal for the client with C7 and C8 injury is extension of the elbows.
4. The client with a T6 injury will control abdominal muscles and balance when standing.
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