Cardiopulmonary Exam- Surface Markings Flashcards
in relation to the ribs, where is the base of the heart?
below 3rd rib near sternum
in relation to the ribs, where is the apex beat of the heart?
5th intercostal space
in relation to the ribs, where is the superior lobe of the left lung?
between ribs 1 and the 5th intercostal space
in relation to the ribs, where is the superior lobe of the right lung?
between ribs 1-4
in relation to the ribs, where is the middle lobe or the right lung?
between ribs 4-5 anteriorly
in relation to the ribs, where is the inferior lobe of the right lung?
between ribs 5-8 posteriorly, ribs 5-6 anteriorly
in relation to the ribs, where is the inferior lobe of the left lung?
between ribs 5-8 posteriorly, and the 5th-6th intercostal spaces
in relation to the vertebrae, where is the larynx?
c3-c6
in relation to the vertebrae, where is the trachea?
c6-t4/5
where is the carina?
bottom of trachea (t4/5)
in relation to the ribs, where is the horizonal fissure (right lung only)
4th rib moving to 4th intercostal space as it runs posteriorly
in relation to the ribs, where is the oblique fissure of the right lung?
5th intercostal space anteriorly, 4th intercostal space posteriorly
in relation to the ribs, where is the oblique fissure of the left lung?
5th intercostal space
where is the right/left main bronchus?
just below carina (approx t5-t7)
where is the carotid pulse?
either side of the neck just below the angle of the jaw
