Chapter 8 C (Major Spinal Nerve Divisions and Their Functions)

Question 1

Cervical

Answer 1

Location: Neck

Functions: Involved in muscles of the back of the head and neck and in the diaphragm

Question 2

Brachial

Answer 2

Location: lower neck, axilla

Functions: Involved in the muscles and skin of the neck, shoulder, arm, and hand

Question 3

Lumbar

Answer 3

Location: posterior abdominal wall

Functions: Involved in abdominal skin and muscles

Question 4

Sacral

Answer 4

Location: Posterior pelvic wall

Functions: Involved in the muscles of the buttocks, thighs, feet, legs, and voluntary sphincters

Question 5

Coccygeal

Answer 5

Location: coccyx and surrounding area

Functions: Skin in coccyx region