DR2 - Anterior Wall of Thorax Flashcards
1
Q
From which thoracic vertebra does the subcostal nerve arise?
A
T12
2
Q
Name a nerve present in the axilla that is at significant risk during breast surgery.
A
Intercostobrachial nerve
3
Q
From which thoracic vertebra does the intercostobrachial nerve arise?
A
T2
4
Q
What 3 structures lie in the sub groove of the 7th rib?
A
Intercostal nerve
Intercostal artery
Intercostal vein
5
Q
What makes up the manubriosternal joint?
A
Angle of Louis
2nd costal cartilage
6
Q
Superior border of the heart?
A
2nd left to 3rd right cc
7
Q
Inferior border of the heart?
A
6th right to 5th intercostal space (apex beat palpation)
8
Q
Right border of the heart?
A
3rd right to 6th right cc
9
Q
Left border of the heart?
A
5th intercostal space (apex beat palpation) to 2nd left cc
