Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 13 - The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves - Critical Thinking Questions - Page 472: 2

Answer

The anterior gray horns contain the cell bodies of the somatic motor neurons that are responsible for conducting the nerve impulses that cause skeletal muscle contractions. In the current situation, the lower cervical region (C5-C8) is affected which means the brachial plexus is involved.

Work Step by Step

Sunhil can expect to have difficulty moving his shoulder, his arm, and his hand on the side where the infection is located.
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