Author Question: Based on the structure of the nervous system, which of the following statements is true? a. A ... (Read 38 times)

stock · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

Based on the structure of the nervous system, which of the following statements is true?

a. A stroke represents an injury to the peripheral nervous system.
b. A gunshot wound to the spinal cord will directly damage the peripheral nerves.
c. A deep laceration to an arm can sever peripheral nerves.
d. Numbness of a leg secondary to a fracture is caused by a central nervous system injury.

Question 2

A former patient returns to the Ski Patrol treatment room to thank you for the treatment he received. He informs you that he has a popiteal fossa injury. With your OEC knowledge, you realize that his injury is related to which of the following structures?

a. The ankle
b. The back of the knee
c. The wrist
d. The lumbar muscles