Thoracic Cage and Breast Flashcards
1
Q
TRUE or FALSE
The thorax (chest) is the superior part of the trunk between the neck and the abdomen.
A
True
2
Q
How many pairs of ribs are there in the thorax (chest)?
A
12
3
Q
TRUE or FALSE
People who have had a *heart attack *usually describe a “crushing” substernal pain (deep) to the sternum that does not disappear with rest.
A
True
4
Q
Communication of the thorax with the head
A
Thoracic inlet / Superior thoracic aperture
5
Q
Connection of the thorax with the lower part
A
Thoracic outlet
6
Q
What are the TRUE ribs?
A
Ribs 1 - 8
7
Q
What are the FALSE ribs?
A
Ribs 9 - 12
8
Q
What are the TYPICAL ribs?
A
Ribs 3 - 9
9
Q
What are the ATYPICAL ribs?
A
Ribs 1, 2, 10, 11, 12
