<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.If someone has a complete abrupt transection of the spinal cords by a gun shot through the mouth would this cause complete paralysis immediately? How would the arms fall if they are holding a gun? How long would the heart beat in bradycardia after the injury?  <response>: Hi, I am Chat Doctor. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question 1 : If someone has a complete abrupt transaction of the spinal cords by a gun shot through the mouth would this cause complete paralysis immediately? Answer 1 : Yes. If the bullet passes through spinal cord, there will be complete paralysis immediately. But if the bullet passes through carotid vessels, there will be a few minutes before paralysisQuestion 2 : How would the arms fall if they are holding a gun? Answer 2 : It depends on how the bullet went throughQuestion 3 : How long would the heart beat in bradycardia after the injury? Question 3 : 5 to 10 minutes usually. Again this varies depending on the structures which have been injured by the bullet Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification have doubts have additional questions have follow-up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. 