The Back and Dorsal Scapular Region Flashcards
1
Q
What nerve innervates the trapezius?
A
Accessory nerve
2
Q
The nerve bundle under the trapezius contains which nerve and vessel?
A
Accessory nerve
Superficial branch of the transverse cervical artery
3
Q
Once the trapezius is reflected you will see what muscles?
A
Levator scapulae
Rhomboid minor
Rhomboid major
4
Q
Which rhomboid is superior vs inferior?
A
Minor is superior
Major is inferior
5
Q
Attachments and functions of the Rhomboids
A
Attach the scapula to the spine
Retract the scapula
6
Q
Which 2 muscles are found under the spine of the scapula?
A
Infraspinatus
Teres minor
7
Q
4 rotator cuff muscles
A
Supraspinatus
Infraspinatus
Teres minor
Subscapularis
8
Q
Triangle of auscultation
A
Best place to hear the lungs
Triangle that is a gap between the trapezius, lattisimus, and muscles on scapula
