Abdomen Conceptual Overview Flashcards
1
Q
What is the “boss” in the abdominal cavity?
A
Mesentery
2
Q
What does the abdominal viscera contain?
A
GI system, spleen, kidneys, ureters, suprarenal glands, major vascular structures
3
Q
What are the 3 main functions of the abdomen?
A
Protection, breathing, changes in intra-abdominal pressure
4
Q
What does the thoracic wall protect?
A
Liver, gallbladder, stomach, spleen, parts of colon
5
Q
What happens during inspiration and expiration?
A
Inspiration: relaxes abdominal wall (expansion of thoracic cavity)
Expiration: contracts abdominal wall (elevates diaphragm)
6
Q
Components of abdomen
A
Wall, abdominal cavity, inferior thoracic aperture, diaphragm, pelvic inlet
