Femoral Nerve Lateral Outside Sheath — FRCA Primary MCQ

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ModerateAnatomyFemoral Nerve Lateral Outside SheathFRCA Primary

The femoral nerve lies in which position relative to the femoral artery at the inguinal ligament?

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Correct answer: A — Lateral outside the femoral sheath

The femoral nerve is lateral to the artery and OUTSIDE the femoral sheath. Femoral sheath contents (lateral to medial): artery / vein / canal (lymphatics). NAVEL mnemonic: Nerve / Artery / Vein / Empty / Lymphatics.

Reference: RCoA 2021 Primary FRCA Curriculum