Based on the structure of the nervous system, which of the following statements is true?
a. A stroke represents an injury to the peripheral nervous system.
b. A gunshot wound to the spinal cord will directly damage the peripheral nerves.
c. A deep laceration to an arm can sever peripheral nerves.
d. Numbness of a leg secondary to a fracture is caused by a central nervous system injury.
Answer: c
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