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What is the order of the major arteries that emerge from the aortic arch?
What is the order of the major arteries that emerge from the aortic arch?
Where does the aorta bifurcate into its terminal branches?
Where does the aorta bifurcate into its terminal branches?
Which artery is primarily responsible for supplying blood to the brain?
Which artery is primarily responsible for supplying blood to the brain?
Which of the following veins contribute to the formation of the superior vena cava?
Which of the following veins contribute to the formation of the superior vena cava?
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What branches does the femoral artery give rise to before becoming the popliteal artery?
What branches does the femoral artery give rise to before becoming the popliteal artery?
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Which artery is NOT a part of the upper extremity's vascular supply?
Which artery is NOT a part of the upper extremity's vascular supply?
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Which of the following correctly describes the path of the descending aorta?
Which of the following correctly describes the path of the descending aorta?
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What is the function of the external carotid artery?
What is the function of the external carotid artery?
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Study Notes
Circulatory System II
- Venules have the lowest pressure
- Cardiac/Gas Exchange is a major function
Great Vessels
- The aorta is the largest artery
- The aorta originates from the left ventricle and initially moves upward, then curves downward.
- The aorta divides into ascending, aortic arch, and descending aorta.
- Descending aorta divides into thoracic and abdominal aortas based on location.
- Branches of the aorta supply blood to various parts of the body, including the lungs.
Major Arteries of the Aortic Arch
- The aortic arch curves to the left and superior to the heart.
- The aortic arch gives off three major arteries in this order:
- Brachiocephalic trunk
- Left common carotid artery
- Left subclavian artery
- These branch off further into other arteries.
Arteries of the Upper Extremity
- The subclavian artery is the upper extremity's artery.
- It continues as the axillary artery, and then the brachial artery.
- The brachial artery terminates and divides into two branches: the ulnar and radial arteries.
Terminal Branches of the Aorta
- The aorta terminates by giving off two terminal branches at the level of the fourth lumbar vertebra (L4), called the common iliac arteries.
- This splitting is known as aortic bifurcation.
- The common iliac arteries further divide into the internal and external iliac arteries.
- Internal iliac arteries supply organs in the pelvis.
- External iliac arteries continue as femoral arteries and supply the lower extremities.
Arteries of the Lower Extremity
- Femoral artery goes to the back of the knee becoming the popliteal artery.
- The popliteal artery provides anterior and posterior branches that supply blood to the knee area.
Veins of the Upper Limb
- Superficial veins are closer to the skin's surface; deep veins lie deeper, alongside arteries.
- Radial and ulnar veins merge to form the brachial vein.
- The brachial vein transitions to the axillary vein, located under the clavicle (collarbone).
- Arteries and veins often share the same names for easier memorization.
Veins of Lower Limb
- Deep veins in the lower limb, such as anterior and posterior tibial, and fibular veins, ultimately drain into the popliteal vein.
- The popliteal vein continues into the femoral vein in the thigh region.
- Superficial veins, like the great saphenous and small saphenous veins, contribute to venous return from the lower limb.
Intravenous Injection
- Intravenous injection processes and considerations are highlighted.
- Correct injection angle is critical.
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Test your knowledge on the circulatory system, focusing on venules, the aorta, and major arteries of the aortic arch. This quiz will cover the structure and function of the heart's major vessels and their branches. Perfect for students studying anatomy and physiology.
