Mediastinum Flashcards

1
Q

Name the mass of organs and tissues that separate the lungs?

A

MEDIASTINUM

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2
Q

What is the superior boundary of the mediastinum?

A

FIRST RIB

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3
Q

What is the inferior boundary of the mediastinum?

A

DIAPHRAGM

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4
Q

What is the anterior boundary of the mediastinum?

A

STERNUM

breastbone

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5
Q

What is the superior boundary of the mediastinum?

A

VERTEBRAL COLUMN

spine

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6
Q

Name the contents of the mediastinum?

A
HEART and its LARGE VESSELS
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TRACHEA
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ESOPHAGUS
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THYMUS and LYMPH NODES
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CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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