The Superficial Layer Muscles of the Anterior Compartment of the Forearm

question 3

Multiple Choice

The superficial layer muscles of the anterior compartment of the forearm include the ________.

• A) pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, palmaris longus, and flexor carpi ulnaris
• B) flexor carpi radialis, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus
• C) flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus
• D) palmaris longus, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus

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Definitions:

Chain of Infection

A sequence of events that allows the transmission of a disease-causing agent from a source to a susceptible host.

Infectious Agent

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Susceptible Host

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Contaminated Dressings

Wound coverings that have been exposed to pathogens, potentially leading to infection.