The Axillary Nerve Flashcards
1
Q
What are the roots of the axillary nerve?
A
C5 and C6
2
Q
What are some of the antomical features of the axilla?
A
Found in the axilla area and passess through the quadrrangular space
3
Q
What sensory area does the axillary nerve innervate?
A
The regimental badge area
4
Q
How can the axillay nerve be damaged?
A
Damage to the shoulder and the proximal humurus
5
Q
What can be seen in longstadning cases of axillay nerve injury?
A
The delotid rapidly atrophies
