Match each term with its description or definition.
-Nerve root that carries motor nerves away from the spinal cord
A)Cauda equina
B)Ventral nerve root
C)Dorsal nerve root
D)Cervical plexus
E)Brachial plexus
F)Lumbar plexus
G)Dermatome
H)Myotome
I)Somatic reflexes
J)Autonomic reflexes

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The ventral nerve root carries motor nerves away from the spinal cord.

Answer: A
 The cauda equina is a bundle of nerve roots that continue past the end of the spinal cord and resemble a horse's tail.

Answer: C
 The dorsal nerve root carries sensory nerve fibers into the spinal cord.

Answer: D
 The cervical plexus is a network of nerves that originate in the neck and supply motor and sensory function to the head, neck, and shoulders.

Answer: E
 The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that supply motor and sensory function to the arm, hand, and shoulder.

Answer: F
 The lumbar plexus is a network of nerves that supply motor and sensory function to the lower body, including the legs, hips, and pelvic region.

Answer: G
 A dermatome is an area of skin that is supplied by a single spinal nerve.

Answer: H
 A myotome is a group of muscles that are innervated by a single spinal nerve.

Answer: I
 Somatic reflexes are reflexes that involve skeletal muscle movements.

Answer: J
 Autonomic reflexes are reflexes that involve the activity of smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, or glands.

Match Each Term with Its Description or Definition