Surfacesm Boarders And Impressions Of The Lungs

Question 1

Where is the apex of the lung?

Answer 1

Extends superiority into the root of the neck, above the first rib

Question 2

What are the 3 surfaces that the lungs have?

Answer 2

Mediastinal, costal and diaphragmatic surface

Question 3

Describe the costal surface

Answer 3

Close to the ribs/costal cartilage and intercostal spaces

Question 4

Describe the mediastinal

Answer 4

Close to the mediastinum anteriorly and vertebral column posteriorly.

Question 5

What does the mediastinal surface contain?

Answer 5

The hilum of the lung

Question 6

Describe the diaphragmatic surface

Answer 6

Sits on the diaphragm

Question 7

What are the three boarders on the lung?

Answer 7

Inferior, anterior and posterior

Question 8

Describe the inferior

Answer 8

Separates the base from the costal surface

Question 9

Describe the anterior

Answer 9

Separates the costal surface from the mediastinal surface. The anterior border of the lung is relatively straight, whereas the anterior border of the left lung has a deep cardiac notch

Question 10

Describe posterior

Answer 10

Separates costal surface from the mediastinal surface. The other two borders are sharp, but the posterior border is smooth and rounded

Question 11

What are impressions in the lungs?

Answer 11

The mediastinal surface of the lungs are closely related to several structures. These structures leave impressions in the spongy surface of the lung.