Lateral Position Brachial Plexus — FRCA Final MCQ

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ModerateGeneral AnaesthesiaLateral Position Brachial PlexusFRCA Final

During lateral nephrectomy, a patient develops contralateral shoulder weakness post-operatively. The injured structure is:

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Correct answer: B — Dependent brachial plexus from compression

Dependent arm brachial plexus compression in lateral position. Prevention: axillary roll under chest wall to offload dependent shoulder.

Reference: AAGBI – 2018 – Positioning injuries