Arterial Blood supply Flashcards
1
Q
What is the brachiocephalic trunk? What side is it located on?
A
A trunk extending form the aortic knuckle, gives rise to the common carotid and the subclavian artery.
The right side
2
Q
What differs on the left side of the heart in relation the common carotid and subclavian arteries?
A
Direct extensions from the aortic knuckle. (no brachiocephalic trunk)
3
Q
What does the common carotid arteries supply?
A
The head and neck strictures.
4
Q
What does the subclavian arteries supply?
A
The arm
5
Q
What is unique about the pulmonary artery?
A
Takes DEOXYGENATED blood away from the heart.
arteries usually contain oxygenated blood
6
Q
How many valvules does the aortic valve have?
A
3
7
Q
Where are the aortic sinuses located?
A
Above the aortic valve.
