Thorax 2

Question 1

At what spinal level does the IVC, Oesophagus and Aorta pass through the diaphragm?

Answer 1

T8, T10, T12 respectively

Question 2

Where is the apex of the heart palpable on the body? Hint: Intercostal space…

Answer 2

5th Intercostal space, mid clavicular line.

Question 3

What cervical nerves do the phrenic nerves arise from?

Answer 3

C3,4,5 (Keeps the diaphragm alive)

Question 4

Which nerve supplies the diaphragm?

Answer 4

Phrenic nerve (C3,4,5 keeps the diaphragm alive)

Question 5

Name two pericardial folds/sinus’

Answer 5

Oblique sinus and Transverse sinus.

Question 6

What’s the function of the transverse pericardial sinus?

Answer 6

Separates the arterial and venous ends of the heart tube.

Question 7

What is Cardiac Tamponade?

Answer 7

It’s pressure on the heart.

Question 8

What is Pericarditis?

Answer 8

Inflammation within the pericardium, can create excess fluid which puts pressure on the heart itself.