Beginner Inferior Gluteal Nerve Quiz
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Q1. From which plexus does the inferior gluteal nerve arise?
- Lumbar plexus
- Cervical plexus
- Sacral plexus
- Brachial plexus
Q2. Which spinal nerve roots usually contribute to the inferior gluteal nerve?
- S3, S4, and S5
- L2, L3, and L4
- L1, L2, and L3
- L5, S1, and S2
Q3. Which muscle is innervated by the inferior gluteal nerve?
- Tensor fasciae latae
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus medius
- Piriformis
Q4. What is the major action weakened by an inferior gluteal nerve lesion?
- Hip extension
- Knee extension
- Ankle dorsiflexion
- Hip adduction
Q5. Through which opening does the inferior gluteal nerve leave the pelvis?
- Lesser sciatic foramen only
- Greater sciatic foramen
- Obturator canal
- Femoral ring
Q6. What is the usual relationship of the inferior gluteal nerve to piriformis as it exits the pelvis?
- Inferior to piriformis
- Through the inguinal ligament
- Superior to piriformis
- Through the obturator canal
Q7. What type of fibers does the inferior gluteal nerve primarily carry to gluteus maximus?
- Somatic motor fibers
- Motor fibers to quadriceps
- Cutaneous sensory fibers to the foot
- Parasympathetic fibers to the bladder
Q8. Which activity especially requires strong gluteus maximus function?
- Flexing the wrist
- Extending the toes
- Dorsiflexing the ankle
- Rising from a seated position
Q9. Which nerve supplies gluteus medius instead of gluteus maximus?
- Tibial nerve
- Femoral nerve
- Superior gluteal nerve
- Obturator nerve
Q10. Which description best fits the inferior gluteal nerve?
- An L4-S1 sensory nerve to the medial leg
- An L5-S2 motor nerve to gluteus maximus
- An S2-S4 cutaneous nerve to the posterior thigh
- An L2-L4 motor nerve to quadriceps