When assessing for Tinel's sign in a patient with possible right-sided carpal tunnel syndrome, the nurse will ask the patient about
a. weakness in the right little finger.
b. tingling in the right thumb and fingers.
c. burning in the right elbow and forearm.
d. tremor when gripping with the right hand.
ANS: B
Testing for Tinel's sign will cause tingling in the thumb and first three fingers of the affected hand in patients who have carpal tunnel syndrome. The median nerve does not innervate the right little finger or elbow and forearm. Tremor is not associated with carpal tunnel syndrome.
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