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Chapter 13, Problem 28RQ
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To determine:
The nerve which is involved with the compression of a portion of peripheral nerves of the affected individual as that her forefinger and thumb are asleep after she wakes up.
Concept introduction:
The peripheral nerves are the extended part of spinal nerves which are extended up to the periphery and they interconnect with each other. The peripheral nerves are more vulnerable to injury.
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