Which of the following findings on physical examination are most likely observed in post-thoracic aortic aneurysm repair spinal cord infarction?
A. Bilateral loss of proprioception in lower extremities Wrong Choice!
B. Inability to flex the knee but maintained motor function of ankle and feet bilaterally Wrong Choice!
C. Loss of sensation, motor function, and dorsalis pedis pulse in the right lower extremity Wrong Choice!
D. Flaccid paralysis at T8 level with complete loss of sensory and motor function Correct Choice
Answer:D
Which of the following findings on physical examination are most likely observed in post-thoracic aortic aneurysm repair spinal cord infarction?
A. Bilateral loss of proprioception in lower extremities Wrong Choice! B. Inability to flex the knee but maintained motor function of ankle and feet bilaterally Wrong Choice! C. Loss of sensation, motor function, and dorsalis pedis pulse in the right lower extremity Wrong Choice! D. Flaccid paralysis at T8 level with complete loss of sensory and motor function Correct Choice