Anatomy & SciencesQuestion 48 of 484

Which nerve supplies sensation and motion to the thumb side of the forearm and hand?

a.Sciatic nerve
b.Vagus nerve
c.Femoral nerve
d.Radial nerve

Explanation

The radial nerve supplies the back of the arm and the thumb side of the hand. Median and ulnar nerves cover the rest of the hand.

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