Medial Cutaneous Nerve of the Arm and Forearm Quiz

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What sensory manifestations are typically associated with ulnar nerve compression?

  • Pins and needles sensation in the thumb
  • Numbness in the palm
  • Burning sensation over the lateral 3.5 fingers (correct)
  • Weakness of the wrist extensor muscles

Which muscle group is commonly affected by ulnar nerve compression?

  • Gastrocnemius muscles
  • Deltoid muscles
  • Quadriceps muscles
  • Thenar muscles (correct)

Where does the ulnar nerve originate from?

  • Axillary nerve
  • Radial nerve
  • Lateral cord of the brachial plexus
  • Medial cord of the brachial plexus (correct)

Which artery does the ulnar nerve run alongside in the upper arm?

<p>Brachial artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable branch of the ulnar nerve in the lower arm?

<p>Articular branch to the elbow joint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Through which muscle does the ulnar nerve pass to enter the forearm?

<p>Flexor carpi ulnaris (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sensation is not typically associated with ulnar nerve compression?

<p>Pain along the lateral leg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a common symptom of ulnar nerve compression?

<p>Pain behind the eye (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action would be impaired due to weakness of the thenar muscles?

<p>Grip strength (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure would need decompression to treat ulnar nerve compression?

<p>Flexor retinaculum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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