A pianist who practices several hours each day begins to experience tingling in the lateral side of the hand and muscular weakness in the palm. Which nerve has probably been affected by swelling due to repetitive motion?

A. Musculocutaneous
B. Radial
C. Axillary
D. Ulnar
E. Median


Answer: E

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