Structures of Sternum Flashcards
1
Q
Name the notch at the tip of the sternum?
A
JUGULAR NOTCH
aka
STERNAL NOTCH
2
Q
Name the 3 parts of the sternum?
A
MANUBRIUM \+ BODY \+ XIPHOID PROCESS
3
Q
On either side of the jugular notch is an articular facet _____________ for which bony structure?
A
CLAVICULAR NOTCH
for
CLAVICLE
4
Q
Name the joint on the body of the sternum and its two AKAs?
A
MANUBRIOSTERNAL JOINT aka STERNAL ANGLE aka ANGLE OF LOUIS
5
Q
What is the sternal angle a landmark for?
A
RIB 2
6
Q
Along the side of the body of the sternum are __________ notches for the articulation of __________ cartilage.
A
COSTAL (x2)
7
Q
The xiphoid process is cartilagenous at birth, and firm by age ______.
A
40
8
Q
The xiphoid is a _______ process inferior to the body of the sternum.
A
THIN
