Asked by Isabella Palmer on Jul 28, 2024

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The brachial plexus supplies nerves that function to contract which of the following?

A) The diaphragm
B) Intercostal muscles
C) Muscles of the arm and forearm
D) Muscles of the lower limb
E) Abdominal muscles

Brachial Plexus

A network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and supplies the arms and hands with sensory and motor function.

Muscles of Arm

Groups of tissues that contract to facilitate movement of the arm and hand, including flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

  • Identify the major nerve plexuses and the areas they innervate.
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Rocco ZinobileAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The brachial plexus is a network of nerve fibers that run from the spine, through the neck, to the axilla (armpit), and into the arm. It is responsible for the sensory and motor supply to the upper limb, including the muscles of the arm and forearm.