Thorax 1 Flashcards
Between which ribs does the breast lie?
2 - 6
What is the primary movement(s) initiated by pec major?
Shoulder flexion & adduction
What is the function of pec minor?
Stabilises the scapula
What is the primary movement(s) initiated by lat dorsi?
Shoulder extension & adduction
What is the primary movement(s) initiated by serratus anterior?
Scapular protraction and rotation in shoulder abduction
Name the 3 groups of lymph nodes involved in breast lymph drainage.
Anterior/Pectoral
Central
Apical
In relation to pec minor, where do the anterior nodes lie?
Medial
In relation to pec minor, where do the central nodes lie?
Deep
In relation to pec minor, where do the apical nodes lie?
Medial
List in order the severity groupings for the 3 groups of lymph nodes.
Anterior - G1
Central - G2
Apical - G3
What structures make up the thoracic inlet?
T1
1st Ribs & cc’s
Manubrium
Where does the subclavian vein lie in relation to the artery?
Anterior
From anterior to posterior, list the arteries, veins and nerves that pass through the thoracic inlet.
Subclavian vein
Subclavian artery
Inferior trunk of brachial plexus
What structures make up the thoracic outlet?
T12
11th & 12th ribs
cc’s of ribs 7, 8, 9 & 10
Xiphoid cartilage
What is the thoracic outlet closed by?
Diaphragm