#5 Ribs, Sternum, Vertebrae Flashcards
What test do schools conduct for spinal curvature in children?
Children lean forward to check for uneven shoulder blades.
What is recommended if spinal curvature is detected in children?
Further testing and x-rays.
What health issues can result from spinal curvature?
Displacement of internal organs and various health issues.
What role do ligaments play in spinal health?
They help maintain spinal position but can fail.
What is one treatment option for spinal curvature?
Braces can be used to correct curvature.
What is required in severe cases of spinal curvature?
Surgical intervention involving fusion of rods to the spine.
How many cervical vertebrae are there?
7 cervical vertebrae.
What is the function of the cervical vertebrae?
Support the skull and have holes for vertebral arteries.
How many thoracic vertebrae are there?
12 thoracic vertebrae.
What do thoracic vertebrae connect to?
Ribs.
How many lumbar vertebrae are there?
5 lumbar vertebrae.
What is the function of lumbar vertebrae?
Support body weight.
What is scoliosis?
Lateral curvature of the spine, often detected in children.
What is kyphosis?
Curvature in the thoracic region, common in the elderly.
What is lordosis?
Excessive curvature in the lumbar region, seen in pregnant women or those with abdominal weight gain.
Why is folic acid important during pregnancy?
It helps prevent spina bifida.
What does the vertebral foramen allow for?
Passage of the spinal cord.
What do fibrocartilage discs provide between vertebrae?
Strength and flexibility.
How are ribs classified?
True, false, or floating based on their connection to the sternum.
Which ribs are considered true ribs?
Ribs 1-7 connect directly to the sternum.
Which ribs are considered false ribs?
Ribs 8-10 connect indirectly to the sternum.
What are floating ribs?
Ribs 11-12 that do not connect anteriorly.
What can cultural practices like wearing corsets do?
Alter bone structure over time due to pressure.
What is a study tip for remembering vertebrae counts?
Remember 7 cervical, 12 thoracic, 5 lumbar.
