Answered: B.L., age 17 has a compression fracture…

Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

Section: Chapter Questions

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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 reflexes are absent in B.L. at this early stage. Explain what specific type of paralysis is present at this early stage? Include the manifestations.(Support with 10 possible outcomes)
Explain why and how B.L.’s respiratory function may be impaired at any time.(Support with 10 possible outcomes)
Explain why the full extent of permanent damage cannot be estimated in this initial period. Surgery was performed to relieve pressure and stabilize the fracture site.(Support with 8 possible outcomes)

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