Thoracic Cage notes about Structure Flashcards
1
Q
The sternal articulation for the 1st rib is on the _______ of the ______, not the body
A
manubrium, sternum
2
Q
There are no costal facets on the body for ribs _____ to___ as these are false ribs
A
8-12
2
Q
There are no costal facets on the body for ribs _____ to___ as these are false ribs
A
8-12
3
Q
Ribs 8-10 attach to the cartilage of the rib ____,
and ribs 11-12 do ____ ______ to anything anteriorly and are known as ______ ribs
A
above
not attach
floating
4
Q
Xiphoid process: You can palpate this as a bony projection at the….
A
inferior end of the sternum.
5
Q
The heads of ribs2-9 have ___ articular facet. A superior and inferior.
A
2
6
Q
The tubercles of the ribs also have an _____ _____
A
articular facet
