Veins Flashcards
1
Q
Cephalic
A
Cranial surface of the forearm. Run from the dorsal foreleg proximal let along the foreleg
2
Q
Lateral saphenous
A
Small, superficial veins that run diagonally across the lateral surface of the distal part of the tibia
3
Q
Jugular
A
Large, superficial veins located on either side of the trachea–Jugular furrow
4
Q
Femoral
A
Extends from the thigh.
5
Q
Uses of cephalic veins
A
Large volume of blood in a larger dog, IV catheter
6
Q
Uses of femoral veins
A
Blood collection in cats