Chapter 3 Thorax and Ribcage Flashcards
T1-3 rule of 3’s?
SP is located at level of corresponding TP
T4-6 rule of 3’s?
SP is located one-half a sefment below the corresponding TP
T7-9 rule of 3’s?
SP is located at level of TP of vertebrae below
Follows same rules as T7-9?
T10
Follows same rules as T5-7?
T11
Follows same rules as T1-3?
T12
Spine of scapula is at what level?
T3
Inferior angle of scapula corresponds with what?
Spinous process of T7
Sternal notch is at what level?
T2
Sternal angle (angle of Louis) attaches to which rib and what level is it?
2nd rib, level of T4
What is the main motion of the thoracic spine?
Rotation
Upper and middle thoracic spine motion?
Rotation > flexion/extension > SB
Lower thoracic spine motion?
Flexion/extension > SB > rotation
Primary muscles of respiration?
Diaphragm, intercostals
Rib attachments for diaphragm?
Ribs 6-12 b/l
Vertebral attachments for diaphragm?
L1-3
Anterior attachment for diaphragm?
Xiphoid
Action of intercostal muscles?
Elevate ribs during inspiration and prevent retractions during inspiration