Chest wall Flashcards
1
Q
Diaphragm
A
Xiphoid process, lumbar vertebrae
Central tendon
Inspiration
Phrenic (C3-C5)
2
Q
External intercostal
A
Rib above
Rib below
Intercostal T2-T6
3
Q
Internal intercostal
A
Rib below
Rib above
Depression ; exhalation
Intercostal nerve T2-T6
4
Q
Accessory muscles for inhalation
A
SCM
scalenes
Pec major and pec major - with hands on hips leaning forward (fighting for air)
Serratus posterior and superior
Forced inspiration
Levator scap
Upper trap
Rhomboids
5
Q
Accessory muscles for exhalation
A
Rectus abdominus
Obliques
Transverse Abdominus
Quadratics lumborum