Spinal Cord Landmarks Flashcards
1
Q
What crosses diaphragm at T8?
A
IVC
Right phrenic nerve
2
Q
What crosses diaphragm at T10?
A
Esophagus
Vagus
3
Q
What crosses diaphragm at T12?
A
Aorta
Thoracic duct
Azygous vein
4
Q
Where does the common carotid bifurcate?
A
C4 (bi-four-cate)
5
Q
Where does the trachea bifurcate?
A
T4 (bi-four-cate)
6
Q
Where does the abdominal aorta bifurcate?
A
L4 (bi-four-cate)
7
Q
At what ribs do the lungs end anteriorly, axillary and posteriorly?
A
Anterior - rib 6
Axillary - rib 8
Posterior - rib 10
