Anatomy of the Left Lung

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What is the excursion of the lower border of the lung in the extremes of respiration?

  • 6–7 in (15–18 cm)
  • 4–5 in (10–13 cm)
  • 2–3 in (5–8 cm) (correct)
  • 1–2 in (3–5 cm)

In the neutral position, where does the lower border of the lung lie?

  • 6th rib in the midclavicular line (correct)
  • 9th rib adjacent to the vertebral column
  • 7th rib in the midaxillary line
  • 5th rib in the midclavicular line

Where does the cardiac notch pass behind?

  • 9th and 10th costal cartilages
  • 5th and 6th costal cartilages (correct)
  • 3rd and 4th costal cartilages
  • 7th and 8th costal cartilages

What is the position of the lower border of the lung in relation to the vertebral column posteriorly in the neutral position?

<p>Reaches the 10th rib (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific feature of the anterior border of the left lung?

<p>Distinct notch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which rib does the lower border of the lung cross in the midclavicular line in the neutral position?

<p>6th rib (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which costal cartilages does the cardiac notch pass behind?

<p>5th and 6th (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum excursion of the lower border of the lung during respiration?

<p>2–3 in (5–8 cm) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the position of the cardiac notch in relation to the costal cartilages?

<p>Passes behind the 5th and 6th costal cartilages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the neutral position, where does the lower border of the lung lie in the midaxillary line?

<p>8th rib (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the lower border of the lung lie in relation to the vertebral column posteriorly in the neutral position?

<p>Adjacent to the 10th rib (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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