B.L., age 17 has a compression fracture at C5 to C6, a result of diving from a bridge into a river  and hitting a submerged rock. Fortunately, a companion who had first aid training as a  lifeguard rescued her and tried to minimize any secondary damage. In the emergency  department, B.L. could not move her limbs or sense touch and lacked reflexes in her limbs or  sense touch and lacked reflexes in her limbs. Explain. Clarify a topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurs, where it  occurs, what it is or what is meant by the use of the term in a particular context. Always  consider the HOW, WHAT, WHERE and WHY – even if question only asks ie: “Explain why and  how etc” Explain why caution is needed when handling a person with a possible spinal cord injury. (Support with 8 possible outcomes) 2. What is a compression fracture? Explain why and how it can affect neurologic function.(Support with 10 possible outcomes)

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