10 Questions
How are the heart and lungs interrelated?
The heart lies in series with the lungs, constituting a unit in the oxygen transport pathway.
Which organ covers and protects the principal organs of respiration and circulation?
Bony thorax
How does blood flow between the right and left sides of the heart?
All the blood returned to the right side of the heart passes through the lungs before going to the left side.
Why is understanding the anatomy of the heart and lungs important for physical therapy?
Understanding these organs' anatomy helps in designing effective physical therapy treatments.
What forms the lateral surfaces of the bony thorax?
Ribs
Which part of the sternum is usually fused with the body of the sternum in later life?
Xiphoid process
Where does the bifurcation of the trachea into the right and left main stem bronchi occur?
At the sternal angle
Which part of the sternum articulates with the upper border of the body at a slight angle known as the sternal angle or angle of Louis?
Manubrium
Where is the jugular notch located?
Upper border of the manubrium
What is a landmark located between thoracic vertebrae T4 and T5?
Sternal angle or angle of Louis
Test your knowledge on the interrelationship between the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, and how changes in lung function can impact heart function. Explore the key concepts of the oxygen transport pathway and the blood circulation through the heart and lungs.
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