| 11. | The subscapular nerves are innervated by the posterior division of the brachial plexus.
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| 12. | Brachial plexus injuries can occur as a result of shoulder trauma, tumours, or inflammation.
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| 13. | The most common complications of Rubin maneuver are clavicular fracture and brachial plexus injury.
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| 14. | A brachial plexus nerve block can be achieved by injecting anaesthetic into this area.
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| 15. | The radial nerve is the terminal branch of the posterior cord of the brachial plexus.
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| 16. | The brachial plexus of nerves lies above the artery, and in close contact with it.
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| 17. | The rare Parsonage-Turner Syndrome causes brachial plexus inflammation without obvious injury, but with nevertheless disabling symptoms.
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| 18. | The radial nerve originates as a terminal branch of the posterior cord of the brachial plexus.
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| 19. | Traction, also known as stretch injury, is one of the mechanisms that cause brachial plexus injury.
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| 20. | Injuries to the brachial plexus result from excessive stretching or tearing of the C5-T1 nerve fibers.
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