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The dorsal root is for what?
carrying info from sensory impulses
The ventral root is for what?
carrying motor impulse info
Can you define cord concussion versus a cord contusion?
cord concussion - results from temporary disruption of spinal cord functions distal to the injury
cord contusion - bruising/bleeding of spinal cord tissues
What causes anterior cord syndrome?
boney fragments/pressure on anterior spinal arteries resulting in infarction
What causes a central cord syndrome?
hyperextension of the cervical area
What causes Brown-Sequard syndrome?
hemi-transection of the spinal cord
If you suspect a SCI would use a head tilt chin lift?
NO! you would use a jaw thrust
On page 314-15 if you look at the position of the head, why is it necessary to pad under the head?
to prevent hyperextension
There are two types of categories of spinal injuries. Can you name them?
primary
secondary
