مريض بإصابة حبل شوكي عند C5، أي وظيفة يحتمل أن تكون محفوظة؟

In a C5 spinal cord injury, which function is likely preserved?

1. Usually own breathing and elbow flexion
2. Fully independent walking with no aids
3. Full voluntary bladder and bowel control
4. Full fine control of all the fingers

Answer: A) Usually own breathing and elbow flexion. A C5 injury usually preserves some diaphragm, shoulder muscles and elbow flexion, while the hand, trunk, legs, bladder and bowel are affected. Breathing may be weakened and is monitored.