Which of the following statements regarding spinal injuries in pediatric patients is correct?
A. Because of a child's proportionately large head, they are more prone to spinal cord injuries than adults.
B. The majority of cervical spine injuries in children are partial transections of the spinal cord, resulting in partial paralysis.
C. Most cervical spine fractures in infants and children occur between the first and second cervical vertebrae.
D. If the cervical spine is injured, it is most likely to be an injury to the ligaments because of rapid movement of the head.
Ans: D. If the cervical spine is injured, it is most likely to be an injury to the ligaments because of rapid movement of the head.
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