HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

THE HUMAN BODY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This nerve tingles when bumped against the humerus.
A
elbow nerve
B
humerus nerve
C
ulnar nerve
D
optic nerve
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ulnar neuropathy occurs when there is damage to the ulnar nerve. This nerve travels down the arm to the wrist, hand, and ring and little fingers. It passes just under the surface of the skin near the elbow. So, bumping the nerve there causes the pain and tingling of “hitting the funny bone."

Detailed explanation-2: -Ulnar tunnel syndrome occurs when the ulnar nerve is compressed at the wrist. This reduces blood flow to the nerve and can harm its function. When compressed at the wrist, the malfunction of the nerve can cause numbness and tingling in the little finger (pinky) and the outside of the ring finger.

Detailed explanation-3: -Occupational therapy to strengthen the ligaments and tendons in the hands and elbows. Drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonprescription pain relievers to help reduce pain and inflammation. Splints to help immobilize the elbow.

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