Veins and Organs Flashcards
Learn, locate and identify the common veins and organs of canines and felines!
Where are the jugular veins located?
It runs vertically on both sides of the neck. The most common site for large volume blood collection.
Where are the cephalic veins located?
The cranial (front) aspect of either forelimb. The most common site for IVC placement.
Where are the medial saphenous veins located?
The inner portion of either rear limb. Most often used in non-compliant/fractious cats for blood collection.
Where are the lateral saphenous veins located?
The outer portion of either rear limb. Most often used in dogs for blood collection. May be used for IVC placement.
What is the trachea and where is it located?
A structure in the neck that serves as a passage way for the exchange of air the lungs and the mouth/nose.
What is the esophagus and where is it located?
A structure the starts in the neck that facilitates movement from the oral cavity to the stomach.
Where are the lungs and what in their purpose?
Organs within the thoracic (chest) cavity that facilitate gas exchange (allowing oxygen in and carbon dioxide out).
What are the parts of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
Stomach, pylorus, duodenum, ileum, jejunum, cecum and colon.
What are the kidneys are where are they located?
The kidneys are vital organs located dorsally within the abdominal cavity on the left and right sides. They function primarily to remove waste and excess fluids, but also help to maintain a healthy balance of electrolytes.
What is the spleen and where is it located?
The spleen is a blood storage and filtering organ located in the left cranial, dorsal portion of the abdomen.
What is the liver and where is it located?
The liver is a vital organ comprised of multiple lobes that filters the blood of waste and toxins, metabolizes drugs and other substances, produces proteins and clotting factors and helps produce nutrients for the body. The liver plays many vital roles within the body.
What is the components of the urinary system?
The kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra.
What is the gallbladder and where is it located?
The gallbladder is part of the digestive system and produces bile to aid in the breakdown of lipids (fats).
What is the pancreas and where is it located?
The pancreas is located in the cranial dorsal abdomen near the stomach. It produces enzymes and hormones as part of the digestive process.
What are the chambers of the heart?
The right and left atrium and ventricles.
