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Which spinal nerves primarily contribute to the cervical plexus?
Which spinal nerves primarily contribute to the cervical plexus?
- C5 to C7
- T1 to T3
- C1 to C8
- C1 to C5 (correct)
What is the role of the cervical plexus in the body?
What is the role of the cervical plexus in the body?
- Controls the function of the lumbar region
- Provides sensation and motor function to the neck and some upper limbs (correct)
- Facilitates digestion
- Regulates blood flow to the heart
Which of the following spinal nerves does NOT contribute to the cervical plexus?
Which of the following spinal nerves does NOT contribute to the cervical plexus?
- C4
- T1 (correct)
- C7
- C2
How many spinal nerves form the cervical plexus?
How many spinal nerves form the cervical plexus?
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What anatomical structure is primarily formed by the contributions from the cervical spinal nerves?
What anatomical structure is primarily formed by the contributions from the cervical spinal nerves?
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Study Notes
Cervical Plexus
- Spinal nerves C1-C4 primarily contribute to the cervical plexus
- The cervical plexus is responsible for innervating the muscles and skin of the neck, shoulder, and upper back
- Spinal nerve C5 does NOT contribute to the cervical plexus
- 4 spinal nerves form the cervical plexus
- The cervical plexus primarily forms the phrenic nerve, responsible for controlling the diaphragm and breathing
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Test your knowledge on the cervical plexus and its contributing spinal nerves. Explore the role and anatomical structure formed by these nerves in the human body. This quiz will help you understand the importance of the cervical plexus in the nervous system.
