The roots of which spinal nerves make up the cauda equina?
1) Thoracic
2) Lumbar
3) Sacral
4) Coccygeal
A) 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 2, 3, 4 only
C) 3, 4 only
D) 4 only

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The roots of which spinal nerves make up the cauda equina? 
1) Thoracic
2) Lumbar
3) Sacral
4) Coccygeal
A) 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 2, 3, 4 only
C) 3, 4 only
D) 4 only

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The cauda equina is made up of the roots of the lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal nerves, which extend beyond the end of the spinal cord within the vertebral canal.

The Roots of Which Spinal Nerves Make Up the Cauda