Brachial Plexus, PN & SC Injury Flashcards
1
Q
The roots of C5-T1 form:
A
Brachial plexus
2
Q
5 most important peripheral nerves of the upper limb:
A
Axillary
MCN
Radial
Median
Ulnar
3
Q
What are the types of trauma of the brachial plexus?
A
Neuroma
Rupture
Avulsion
Neuropraxia
4
Q
The nerve root is torn:
A
Avulsion
5
Q
The nerve is torn:
A
Rupture
6
Q
Neuroma:
A
Nerve root tried to heal on its own, and the neuroma is the resultant scar tissue that grows.
7
Q
Neuropraxia
A
Nerve is damaged (stretched) but not torn; often seen in
