Erbs Palsy and Brachial Plexus Injuries

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What is the name of the condition where the brachial plexus nerves are damaged during childbirth?

Erb's Palsy (correct)

Brachial Plexus Injury

Obstetric Brachial Plexopathy

Klumpke's Palsy

Which part of the nervous system is involved in the transmission and processing of pain signals?

Central nervous system (correct)

Somatic nervous system

Autonomic nervous system

Peripheral nervous system

What is the term for a type of nerve damage that affects a single nerve?

Plexopathy

Mononeuropathy (correct)

Neuropathy

Polyneuropathy

What is the definition of pain?

An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the complex network of nerves that originates in the spine and controls the arm?

Brachial Plexus (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the pathway by which pain signals are transmitted and processed?

Pain Pathway (A) Signup and view all the answers

What forms the roots of the brachial plexus?

The anterior rami of spinal nerves C5-T1 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of the superior trunk?

C5 and C6 roots (B) Signup and view all the answers

Through which muscles do the roots of the brachial plexus pass?

Anterior and medial scalene muscles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the brachial plexus?

Supplying the skin and musculature of the upper limb (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many trunks are formed by the roots of the brachial plexus?

Three trunks (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where do the trunks of the brachial plexus divide into two branches?

In the posterior triangle of the neck (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in transmitting and modulating signals within the nervous system?

Glutamate (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the ability of the nervous system to adapt and reorganize, influencing pain processing and perception?

Neuroplasticity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of nerves transmit signals between the body and the central nervous system, including pain-related information?

Peripheral nerves (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of damaged or dysfunctional nerves?

Altered pain signaling (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for combining different therapies and interventions to address the multiple dimensions of pain experience?

Multimodal approach (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of therapies are included in complementary medicine for pain management?

Herbal remedies and mind-body techniques (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of movement of the anterior division of the brachial plexus?

Towards the front of the body (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which cord is formed by the posterior division of the superior, middle, and inferior trunks?

Posterior cord (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the condition characterized by muscle weakness in the arm or shoulder that can occur as a result of an injury sustained during birth or later in life?

Erb's palsy (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many major branches are formed by the cords of the brachial plexus?

5 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major branch of the brachial plexus?

Phrenic Nerve (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the lateral cord of the brachial plexus?

Anterior division of the superior and middle trunks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of Erb's palsy in infants?

Forceful pulling on the arm during delivery (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Erb's palsy?

Lack of active hand and arm motion (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'waiters tip' posture associated with?

Erb's palsy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common diagnostic tool used to diagnose Erb's palsy?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible treatment option for Erb's palsy?

Physiotherapy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of Erb's palsy in adults?

Motor accidents (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the position of the arm in Erb's palsy?

Adducted and internally rotated (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of Erb's palsy?

Decreased shoulder external rotation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication of Erb's palsy?

Contractures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the physical examination for Erb's palsy?

Neurological examination (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of pain is caused by damage to the nervous system?

Neuropathic Pain (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which noxious stimuli are detected and transmitted through specialized sensory neurons?

Nociception (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of norepinephrine in pain perception?

Involved in the body's stress response (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the conversion of noxious stimuli into electrical signals?

Transduction (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the propagation of pain signals through neural pathways?

Transmission (B) Signup and view all the answers