Following a spinal injury at C5,what is the expected effect during the period of spinal shock?

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During the period of spinal shock, which can last from a few hours to several weeks after the injury, the autonomic nervous system is temporarily paralyzed, leading to possible periods of apnea (temporary cessation of breathing). This is because the spinal cord reflexes that regulate breathing are temporarily suppressed. Options A and B are not expected during spinal shock, and option D may or may not be normal depending on the extent of injury and other factors.

Following a Spinal Injury at C5,what Is the Expected Effect