Multiple Choice
A patient with a T1 spinal cord injury is admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) . The nurse will teach the patient and family that
A) use of the shoulders will be preserved.
B) full function of the patient's arms will be retained.
C) total loss of respiratory function may occur temporarily.
D) elevations in heart rate are common with this type of injury.
Correct Answer:
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