Lecture 12- Thorax Pleural Cavities Flashcards
1
Q
what makes up the superior mediastinum
A
PVT Left Battle
2
Q
landmark for the aortic arch
A
T4
3
Q
4 parts of the parietal plura
A
cervical
costal
diaphragmatic
mediastinal
4
Q
what is pneumothorax
A
abnormal collection of air in pleural space
5
Q
what direction do the lungs and diaphragm move w/ inspiration
A
lungs go down
diaphragm expands out
6
Q
what direction do the lungs and diaphragm move with inspiration
A
lungs go out, diaphragm goes in
7
Q
which structures carry rich oxygenation?
A
pulmonary vein
8
Q
if a child swallow something down the trach, where is it most likely lodged?
A
R bronchi
9
Q
signs of pulmonary embolism
A
sweating
SOB or SOA
rapid heart rate
