1.Surgery was performed to relieve pressure and stabilize the fracture site. 2. Describe several additional factors that may result in secondary damage to the spinal cord. 3. Explain the anticipated...

1.Surgery was performed to relieve pressure and stabilize the fracture site.

2. Describe several additional factors that may result in secondary damage to the spinal cord.

3. Explain the anticipated effect in the immediate period of this injury on B.L.’s blood pressure and bladder function. Several weeks later, routine examination indicated that some spinal cord reflexes were returning in the lower extremities.