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What is the first major artery that branches off from the aortic arch?
What is the first major artery that branches off from the aortic arch?
Which statement correctly identifies the terminal branches of the aorta at the L4 vertebra?
Which statement correctly identifies the terminal branches of the aorta at the L4 vertebra?
Which artery is responsible for nourishing the brain?
Which artery is responsible for nourishing the brain?
What is the main venous structure that drains blood from the upper extremities and head?
What is the main venous structure that drains blood from the upper extremities and head?
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What happens to the femoral artery as it reaches the back of the knee?
What happens to the femoral artery as it reaches the back of the knee?
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Which arteries supply the lower extremity?
Which arteries supply the lower extremity?
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What is the branched structure that is formed by the uniting of the internal and external iliac veins?
What is the branched structure that is formed by the uniting of the internal and external iliac veins?
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Which artery is classified as the main artery of the upper extremity?
Which artery is classified as the main artery of the upper extremity?
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Study Notes
Venule Pressure
- Venules have the lowest pressure in the circulatory system.
Circulatory System II
- The circulatory system is discussed in two parts.
Great Vessels
- The aorta, the largest artery, emerges from the left ventricle.
- It initially moves upwards, curves downwards, and then further downwards.
- Parts of the aorta are named, including the ascending aorta, the aortic arch, and the descending aorta (divided into thoracic and abdominal aorta).
- The aorta's location depends on the region.
Aortic Arch
- The aortic arch curves to the left, similar to an inverted 'U', and is superior to the heart.
- It gives off three main arteries: brachiocephalic trunk, left common carotid artery, and left subclavian artery, in this precise order.
Coronary Arteries
- Coronary arteries originate from the ascending aorta.
Arteries of the Upper Extremity
- Subclavian artery continues as the axillary artery, and then the brachial artery.
- Brachial artery branches into ulnar and radial arteries.
Measuring Pulse
- The radial pulse can be felt on the wrist.
Common Carotid Artery
- Each common carotid artery branches into internal and external carotid arteries.
- The internal carotid artery supplies oxygenated blood to the brain.
- The external carotid artery nourishes the head and neck excluding the brain.
Aorta Termination
- The aorta terminates by branching into the right and left common iliac arteries at the level of the L4 vertebra.
- The bifurcation point where the aorta divides is called the aortic bifurcation.
- Each common iliac artery further divides into internal and external iliac arteries.
Femoral Artery
- The femoral artery reaches the back of the knee and becomes the popliteal artery.
- The popliteal artery branches into anterior and posterior arteries to supply the knee.
Veins of the Upper Limb
- Veins are divided into superficial and deep groups, with deep veins having corresponding artery names (e.g., brachial vein, radial vein).
- Superficial veins, like cephalic and basilic veins, are more superficial and unite to form the median cubital vein near the elbow.
Superior Vena Cava
- The superior vena cava receives blood from the upper extremities, head, and neck.
- It is formed from the union of the internal jugular veins and subclavian veins via the brachiocephalic veins.
Inferior Vena Cava
- The inferior vena cava receives blood from the lower extremities and abdomen, merging with the common iliac vein (from internal and external iliac veins) bilaterally.
Intravenous Injection
- Intravenous injections are performed at specific angles. Subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections require different injection angles.
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This quiz covers key concepts about the circulatory system, including the structure and function of venules and great vessels like the aorta and its branches. Understand the pathways of blood flow throughout the body and the anatomical details of the aortic arch and coronary arteries.
