1.4 - Anatomy of the Heart Flashcards
1
Q
What are the boundaries of the heart?
A
3rd CC - 1cm from sternal border
2nd ICS - 2.5cm from sternal border
5th ICS to apex beat at MCL
6th CC - 1cm from sternal border
2
Q
What is Cardiac Tamponade?
A
Rapid accumulation of fluid in pericardial sac
pericardial effusion
cardiac tamponade
Biventricular failure
3
Q
At what vertebral level does the bifurcation of the R. Brachiocephalic trunk happen?
A
T1
4
Q
At what level does the arch of the aorta occur?
A
T4
5
Q
Where can you auscultate the heart valves?
A
Aortic - Right sternal edge 2ndICS
Pulmonary - Left sternal edge 2nd ICS
Tricuspid - Left sternal edge 5th ICS;
Mitral - Mid-clavicular line 5th ICS
