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Hand & Upper Limb
intermediate
X-Type

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome MCQ

carpal-tunnel

A medical student is presenting the anatomy of the carpal tunnel. The consultant asks about the contents of the carpal tunnel and which structure is most vulnerable to compression. **Which of the following BEST describes the contents of the carpal tunnel and the position of the median nerve?**

Mark each as TRUE or FALSE

A

8 flexor tendons and the median nerve; the nerve lies deep (dorsal) to the tendons

B

10 flexor tendons, the median nerve, and the ulnar nerve and artery

C

9 flexor tendons (4 FDS, 4 FDP, 1 FPL) and the median nerve; the nerve lies superficial and radial

D

9 flexor tendons and both median and ulnar nerves; both are equally at risk

E

8 flexor tendons and the median nerve; the nerve lies between the superficialis and profundus tendon...

Answer the questions to see explanations

Click T (True) or F (False) for each option