BRAIN
CRANIAL NERVES
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Question
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At which spinal level might you suspect a problem if a patient has dermatomal loss of light touch sensation of the medial forearm?
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T1
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T2
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L1
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L2
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The thoracic spine has 12 nerve roots (T1 to T12) on each side of the spine that branch from the spinal cord and control motor and sensory signals mostly for the upper back, chest, and abdomen. The thoracic spine (highlighted) spans the upper and mid-back. It includes twelve vertebrae named T1 through T12.
Detailed explanation-2: -L3 Spinal Cord Injury Individuals with a lumbar spinal cord injury at this level will therefore have more hip and knee movement, but may lack sensation and movement in the ankles and lower legs.
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