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At what site is the axillary nerve in danger of damage and how do you test it?
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Neck of the humerus - due to fractures/dislocations of the shoulder.
Test by testing sensation of area above deltoid, abduction would also be weakened |
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How are joints supplied with blood?
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Via arterial anastomoses, such that blood supply is not compromised due to certain postion/action
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What would result from pressure in the arm on the radial nerve?
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Weakness of forearm extensors and sensory loss of dorsal aspect of hand
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