LCNF Terminal Musculocutaneous — FRCA Primary MCQ

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The lateral cutaneous nerve of the forearm is the terminal sensory branch of which nerve?

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Correct answer: E — Musculocutaneous nerve

The musculocutaneous nerve (C5-C7 from the lateral cord) provides motor supply to the flexor compartment of the arm (coracobrachialis / biceps / brachialis) then continues as the lateral cutaneous nerve of the forearm providing sensory supply to the lateral forearm from elbow to wrist.

Reference: RCoA 2021 Primary FRCA Curriculum