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

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2
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Layers of the heart

A

Fibrous pericardium, parietal serous pericardium, (pericardial cavity), visceral serous pericardium, epicardium, myocardium,, endocardium

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3
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Pericardium clinical problem

A

Cardiac tamponade (parietal pericardium gets infected, presure against heart)

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4
Q

where can crux of heart be seen

A

Posterior view. Posterior interventricular sulcuss and coronary sulcus meet

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5
Q

Acute and obtuse margin where

A

Acute=RV

Obtuse=LV

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