Demonstrate the surface landmarks of C7, T3, T7, L2 and L4 vertebra

Question 1

Demonstrate the surface landmark for C7

Answer 1

• The first vertebra with a prominent, palpable spinous process

Question 2

Demonstrate the surface landmark for T3

Answer 2

• Level with the medial end of the spine of the scapula

Question 3

Demonstrate the surface landmark for T7

Answer 3

• Level with the inferior angle of the scapula

Question 4

Demonstrate the surface landmark for L2

Answer 4

• Level with lowest part of the 12th rib

Question 5

Demonstrate the surface landmark for L4

Answer 5

• Level with the iliac crest