Lumbar Plexus- Femoral and Obturator Nerve Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the lumbar plexus emerge?
A
Through psoas major on the posterior abdominal wall
2
Q
What are two major nerves of the lumbar plexus?
A
Obturator nerve Femoral nerve
3
Q
Which nerve roots contribute to the formation of the lumbar plexus?
A
L1-L4
4
Q
What does the obturator nerve supply?
A
The medial compartment of the thigh
5
Q
What does the femoral nerve supply?
A
The anterior compartment of the thigh
6
Q
What are the segmental values of the obturator nerve?
A
L2-L4
7
Q
What are the segmental values of the femoral nerve?
A
L2-L4
8
Q
Identify the nerves labelled 1-3
A
1- Lateral cutaneous nerve 2- Femoral nerve 3- Obturator nerve
