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Anatomy Flashcards

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Sections of sternum

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  1. Manubrium
  2. The body
  3. Xyphoid process
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What is the sternal angle

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Where the manubrium and body of the sternum meet

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What are costal cartilages

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Cartilage connecting ribs to sternum

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What are true thoracic muscles

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Muscles attached to structures in thoracic wall which cause movement

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External intercostal muscle

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  • muscle inbetween ribs
  • move downwards + inwards towards midline
  • elevate + widen ribcage to increase thoracic pressure for forced inspiration
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