Intro to CVS Flashcards
1
Q
Where are the 4 corners of heart
A
TR-3rd costal cartilage
TL:2nd intercostal space
BR: 6th costal cartilage
BL:5th intercostal space
2
Q
Layers of the heart
A
Fibrous pericardium, parietal serous pericardium, (pericardial cavity), visceral serous pericardium, epicardium, myocardium,, endocardium
3
Q
Pericardium clinical problem
A
Cardiac tamponade (parietal pericardium gets infected, presure against heart)
4
Q
where can crux of heart be seen
A
Posterior view. Posterior interventricular sulcuss and coronary sulcus meet
5
Q
Acute and obtuse margin where
A
Acute=RV
Obtuse=LV