Question

choose the correct answer. which term means \paralysis of both legs and the lower part of the body\? quadriplegia paralysis paraplegia hemiplegia

Explanation:

• Quadriplegia: Paralysis of all four limbs (arms and legs).
• Paralysis: A general term for loss of muscle function, not specific to both legs and lower body.
• Paraplegia: Defined as paralysis of both legs and the lower part of the body, matching the description.
• Hemiplegia: Paralysis of one side of the body (either left or right, including one leg and one arm).

Answer:

C. paraplegia (assuming the options are labeled A: quadriplegia, B: paralysis, C: paraplegia, D: hemiplegia; if the original labels are different, adjust the identifier but keep the term "paraplegia" as the correct answer)