Spinal Nerves and Meninges Overview
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Which of the following structures is responsible for providing sensory innervation to the skin of the back?

  • Cauda equina
  • Dorsal rami of spinal nerves (correct)
  • Ventral rami of spinal nerves
  • Spinal roots

    • Which of the following is a true statement about the relationship between spinal nerves and the intervertebral foramen?

  • Spinal nerves are larger at the cervical level than at the lumbar level.
  • The size of the intervertebral foramen is not related to the size of the spinal nerves.
  • Nerve compression is more likely to occur at the cervical level due to the smaller intervertebral foramen. (correct)
  • The intervertebral foramen is larger at the lumbar level to accommodate the larger spinal nerves.

    • What procedure involves burning the dorsal roots to eliminate pain?

  • Spinal fusion
  • Laminectomy
  • Epidural injection
  • Rhizotomy (correct)

    • Which of the following structures serves as an extension of the pia mater and helps separate the dorsal and ventral roots?

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    Which of the following muscles is supplied by the ventral rami of spinal nerves?

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    Which of the following is NOT a component of the cauda equina?

    <p>Dorsal rami (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to know the location of the dentate ligament during surgery?

    <p>It can be used to separate the dorsal and ventral roots for safe surgical procedures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct sequence of structures encountered during a lumbar puncture?

    <p>Epidural space, Dura mater, Subarachnoid space (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the serratus anterior muscle?

    <p>Protraction and stabilization of the scapula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which anatomical location does the axillary artery change to the brachial artery?

    <p>At the lower border of teres major (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve innervates the pec major muscle?

    <p>Lateral pectoral nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the medial pectoral nerve?

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    Which artery branches off from the first part of the axillary artery?

    <p>Superior thoracic artery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the long thoracic nerve?

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    The branches of which cord of the brachial plexus include the musculocutaneous and lateral pectoral nerves?

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    Which muscle is primarily responsible for stabilizing the scapula against the thoracic cage?

    <p>Serratus anterior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the brachial plexus consists of roots C5 to T1?

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    What area does the axillary vein occupy in relation to other structures?

    <p>Superficial to the axillary artery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The circumflex humeral arteries primarily supply which area?

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    What muscle is innervated by the upper subscapular nerve?

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

    Which nerve is particularly prone to injury and can cause weakness of the serratus anterior?

    <p>Long thoracic nerve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is primarily associated with the radial nerve?

    <p>Supplies the extensors of the upper limb (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the serratus anterior muscle?

    <p>Holding the scapula in place (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve supplies the serratus anterior muscle?

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    What is the function of the phrenic nerve?

    <p>Innervates the diaphragm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following muscles is supplied by the suprascapular nerve?

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    What is the primary function of the supraspinatus muscle?

    <p>Initiation of abduction of the shoulder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is the chief nerve for elbow flexion?

    <p>Musculocutaneous nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nerves is formed from the anterior division of the lateral and medial cords of the brachial plexus?

    <p>Median nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nerves is the largest branch of the posterior cord of the brachial plexus?

    <p>Radial nerve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the latissimus dorsi muscle?

    <p>Extension, adduction, and medial rotation of the arm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with injury to the thoracodorsal nerve?

    <p>Winging of the scapula (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lymph nodes is the first to be affected by cancer cells?

    <p>Pectoral lymph nodes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with an injury to the axillary nerve?

    <p>Weakness in abduction of the arm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an abnormal dilation of an artery?

    <p>Aneurysm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with an injury to the C5 and C6 nerve roots of the brachial plexus?

    <p>Erb-Duchenne palsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following muscles is NOT supplied by the musculocutaneous nerve?

    <p>Triceps brachii (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of the radial nerve?

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    Flashcards

    Dorsal Rami

    Spinal nerves that supply intrinsic back muscles and skin.

    Ventral Rami

    Spinal nerves that supply extrinsic back muscles and form the brachial plexus.

    Intrinsic Muscles

    Muscles that help move the vertebral column; includes iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis.

    Extrinsic Muscles

    Muscles that attach the upper limb to the back, like rhomboids and trapezius.

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    Dorsal Roots

    Carry sensory and motor innervation to and from the back.

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    Denticulate Ligament

    Extension of pia mater that separates dorsal and ventral roots.

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    Lumbar Puncture

    Procedure that involves inserting a needle between L3/L4 or L4/L5 to access spinal fluid.

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    Cauda Equina

    Bundle of nerve roots located in the lower back region.

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    Lateral Lip

    Part of the axilla formed by pectoralis major, innervated by lateral pectoral nerve, responsible for flexion, medial rotation, and adduction.

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    Medial Lip

    Part of the axilla formed by teres major muscle.

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    Serratus Anterior

    Muscle that originates from ribs 1-9, inserts on the medial border of the scapula, protracts and stabilizes scapula, innervated by long thoracic nerve.

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    Axillary Artery

    Continuation of the subclavian artery; begins at the outer border of the first rib and divides into three parts.

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    Brachial Plexus

    Network of nerves formed by ventral rami of spinal nerves C5-T1; divides into roots, trunks, divisions, cords, and branches.

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    Medial Wall of Axilla

    Formed by the serratus anterior muscle.

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    Thoracoacromial Artery

    Branch of the second part of the axillary artery, supplies several regions including the pectoral area.

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    Superior Thoracic Artery

    First branch of the axillary artery, supplies the first and second ribs.

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    Subscapular Artery

    Largest branch of the third part of the axillary artery, supplies the subscapularis and surrounding areas.

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    Axillary Vein

    Main vein that drains blood from the upper limb, located superficially in the axilla.

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    Long Thoracic Nerve

    Nerve supplying the serratus anterior muscle; critical for scapula stabilization.

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    Musculocutaneous Nerve

    Nerve that supplies the anterior compartment of the arm, responsible for flexion.

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    Dorsal Scapular Nerve

    Supplies rhomboid muscles and levator scapulae; involved in retraction and elevation.

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    Circumflex Humeral Artery

    Includes both anterior and posterior branches; helps supply the shoulder area.

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    Phrenic Nerve

    Nerve supplying the diaphragm, vital for breathing.

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    Suprascapular Nerve

    Nerve that innervates the supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles.

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    Supraspinatus

    Muscle initiating the first 15 degrees of shoulder abduction.

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    Subscapularis

    Muscle located on the anterior scapula, aiding in medial rotation.

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    Ulnar Nerve

    Nerve that affects intrinsic muscles of the hand.

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    Erb-Duchenne's Palsy

    Injury to C5 and C6 nerve roots, affecting shoulder and arm function.

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    Klumke's Paralysis

    Lower brachial plexus injury affecting C8 and T1, leading to hand weakness.

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    Thoracodorsal Nerve

    Nerve supplying the latissimus dorsi muscle, vital for back movement.

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    Quadrilateral Space Syndrome

    Condition where the axillary nerve gets compressed, affecting arm abduction.

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    Biceps Brachii

    Muscle responsible for elbow flexion and supination.

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    Anatomical vs Surgical Neck

    Anatomical terms for the proximal and distal parts of the humerus.

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    Radioulnar Joint

    Pivot joint where the radius rotates around the stable ulna.

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    Study Notes

    Spinal Nerves and Branches

    • Dorsal Rami: Supply intrinsic back muscles (e.g., iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis, transverso-spinalis, splenius capitis, splenius cervicis). They also supply the skin of the back.
    • Ventral Rami: Supply extrinsic back muscles (e.g., rhomboids, levator scapulae, trapezius, latissimus dorsi). They also form plexuses like the brachial plexus for upper limb and lumbosacral plexus for lower limb.
    • Dorsal Roots: Sensory and motor innervation pathways. Damaging them is a potential treatment for pain.
    • Spinal Segments: Each segment gives rise to a spinal nerve.
    • Cauda Equina: Nerve roots situated in the intervertebral foramina below the end of the spinal cord.

    Spinal Cord Meninges and Structures

    • Dura Mater: Outermost meningeal layer.
    • Arachnoid Mater: Middle meningeal layer.
    • Pia Mater: Inner meningeal layer. Continues as the filum terminale, which attaches to the coccyx. Forms dentriculate ligaments, which are important for separating the dorsal and ventral roots.
    • Segmental Vessels: Feeder vessels supplying blood to the spine.
    • Lumbar Puncture: Performed between L3/L4 or L4/L5 to reach the subarachnoid space.
    • Determining L4/L5 Location: The highest point on the iliac crest is a good anatomical landmark.

    Shoulder Muscles and Nerves

    • Pectoralis Major: Flexion, medial rotation, and adduction. Clavicular head primarily performs flexion. Lateral pectoral nerve innervates the lateral lip of pectoral major.
    • Pectoralis Minor: Protraction and scapular stabilization. Medial pectoral nerve supplies this muscle.
    • Serratus Anterior: Powerful protractor of the shoulder joint (boxer's muscle). Long thoracic nerve (C5, C6, C7) provides innervation, and this nerve is responsible for keeping medial border of scapula against the thoracic cage.
    • Axilla: Pyramidal shape with an apex leading to the neck and a base made of skin and deep fascia. Key structures of the axilla are the axillary artery, vein, brachial plexus, and axillary lymph nodes.
    • Axillary Artery: Branches from the subclavian artery at the outer border of the first rib. Becomes the brachial artery at the lower border of the teres major muscle. It divides into three parts, each with specific branches supplying various muscles and regions of the shoulder and arm. (superior thoracic artery, thoracoacromial, lateral thoracic; subscapular, anterior/posterior circumflex humeral)
    • Brachial Plexus (C5-T1): Formed by ventral rami of spinal nerves. Divided into roots, trunks, divisions, cords, and branches (17 branches). Superior, middle, and inferior trunks, anterior and posterior divisions, lateral, medial, and posterior cords. Each cord has unique branches innervating specific muscles and skin areas. (upper and lower subscapular, thoracodorsal, axillary, radial, lateral pectoral, musculocutaneous, lateral and medial roots of median, ulnar, medial brachial cutaneous, medial antebrachial cutaneous). Posterior cord gives rise to axillary and radial nerves, lateral cord to musculocutaneous and median, medial cord to median and ulnar.
    • Important Nerves:
    • Dorsal Scapular Nerve: Innervates rhomboids, levator scapulae.
    • Long Thoracic Nerve: Innervates serratus anterior.
    • Phrenic Nerve: Innervates diaphragm (C3, C4, C5).
    • Suprascapular Nerve: Innervates supraspinatus, infraspinatus.
    • Musculocutaneous Nerve: Chief nerve for elbow flexion.
    • Median Nerve Main nerve for forearm flexors, formed from lateral and medial cords.
    • Ulnar Nerve Innervates intrinsic muscles of the hand, formed mainly from the medial cord.
    • Radial Nerve Supplies all extensors and cutaneous sensation in the corresponding regions..
    • Important Muscles: Supraspinatus (abduction), Subscapularis (medial rotation), Latissimus Dorsi (extension, adduction, medial rotation), Deltoid (abduction).

    Axillary Lymph Nodes and Brachial Plexus Injuries

    • Axillary Lymph Nodes: Important in cancer diagnosis, located along blood vessels and are pivotal to lymphatic flow.
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries:
    • Erb-Duchenne Palsy: C5-C6 injury causing shoulder adduction and arm extension.
    • Klumpke's Palsy: C8-T1 injury causing hand dysfunction.
    • Burner Injury: Transient compression of nerves.
    • Axillary Nerve Injury: Often from shoulder dislocations.
    • Winging of the Scapula: Damage to the long thoracic nerve.

    Other Important Considerations

    • Arm Muscles: Anterior muscles are flexors, posterior muscles are extensors.
    • Intermuscular Septae: Deep fascia attachments to bones.
    • Biceps Brachii and Brachialis: Elbow flexors and supinators. Bicepts also involved in shoulder joint flexion
    • Pivot Joint (Radioulnar): Radius rotating around the ulna.
    • Surgical Neck: Distal to the tubercle of the humerus.

    Anatomical Landmarks

    • Clavicle: Divides the brachial plexus into supraclavicular and infraclavicular parts.
    • Humerus: Medial/lateral epicondyles; surgical neck.

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