10. Posterior Triangle Flashcards
1
Q
Name of this triangle
A
Posterior Triangle
2
Q
Identify 1 - 6
A
- Splenius m.
- Levator scapulae m.
- Posterior triangle
- Posterior scalene m.
- Middle scalene m.
- Anterior scalene m.
3
Q
Identify 7
A
- Brachial plexus
4
Q
Identify 8
A
- Omohyoid m. (inferior belly)
5
Q
Borders of the posterior triangle
A
- Posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid
- Middle third of the clavicle
- Anterior border of the trapezius
6
Q
Roof of the posterior triangle is composed of __ (3)
A
- Skin
- Superficial fascia
- Superficial (investing) layer of deep cervical fascia
7
Q
Floor of the posterior triangle is composed of __ (6 muscles)
A
- Semispinalis capitis
- Splenius capitis
- Levator scapulae
- Posterior scalene
- Middle scalene
- Anterior scalene
