Beginner Superior Gluteal Nerve Quiz
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Q1. From which plexus does the superior gluteal nerve arise?
- Sacral plexus
- Brachial plexus
- Cervical plexus
- Lumbar plexus
Q2. Which spinal nerve roots usually contribute to the superior gluteal nerve?
- L1, L2, and L3
- L4, L5, and S1
- L5, S1, and S2
- S2, S3, and S4
Q3. Which muscle is innervated by the superior gluteal nerve?
- Biceps femoris
- Adductor longus
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus medius
Q4. Which smaller gluteal muscle is supplied by the superior gluteal nerve?
- Gluteus minimus
- Piriformis
- Gluteus maximus
- Quadratus femoris
Q5. Which additional muscle is supplied by the superior gluteal nerve?
- Gracilis
- Sartorius
- Tensor fasciae latae
- Rectus femoris
Q6. Through which opening does the superior gluteal nerve leave the pelvis?
- Femoral ring
- Greater sciatic foramen
- Obturator canal
- Lesser sciatic foramen
Q7. What is the superior gluteal nerve's usual relationship to piriformis as it exits the pelvis?
- Superior to piriformis
- Through piriformis
- Inferior to piriformis
- Anterior to the inguinal ligament
Q8. Which hip movement is strongly produced by gluteus medius and gluteus minimus?
- Ankle plantarflexion
- Knee extension
- Hip abduction
- Hip adduction
Q9. What important role do the superior gluteal nerve's target muscles perform during single-limb stance?
- Knee locking
- Toe flexion
- Pelvic stabilization
- Ankle inversion
Q10. Which clinical sign can occur after superior gluteal nerve injury?
- Absent Achilles reflex
- Foot drop
- Loss of knee extension
- Positive Trendelenburg sign