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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Nervous System

Question 4 • GA-Essentials of Healthcare

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by

Answer
A
compression of the median nerve in the wrist.
B
diabetes.
C
cells in the body attacking the nervous system.
D
inadequate blood supply to the nerves.

Explanation

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. Diabetes and inadequate blood supply can cause other nerve problems, but they are not the direct cause of carpal tunnel syndrome.

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