Which branch of a spinal nerve serves the deep muscles and skin of the posterior surface of the trunk?

a) Meningeal branch
b) Rami communicantes
c) Brachial plexus
d) Posterior ramus
e) Anterior ramus


d

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When observing someone lift a heavy object, which of the following is likely to be the angle of interest regarding back injury?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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What is the primary effect of a decrease in the hematocrit of elderly individuals?

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