Diaphragm Structure and Openings Quiz

Which part of the diaphragm has no bony attachment?

Which major opening of the diaphragm is at the level of the T8 vertebra?

Which structure is unaffected by the contraction of the diaphragm?

Which major opening of the diaphragm widens and dilates the inferior vena cava (IVC) during diaphragmatic contraction?

At which vertebral level is the esophageal opening of the diaphragm located?

Which type of hernia is the most common fetal congenital diaphragmatic hernia?

Which side is Bochdalek hernia more commonly found?

Which structure forms a sphincter in the diaphragm, constricting the esophagus during inspiration?

Which organ partially herniates into the chest in cases of Bochdalek hernia?

Which major opening of the diaphragm is located in front of the T12 vertebra?

The vena caval opening widens and the IVC dilates during the contraction of the diaphragm. True or false?

The oesophageal opening of the diaphragm forms a sphincter that constricts the oesophagus during inspiration. True or false?

The diaphragm has a direct bony attachment to the T8 vertebra. True or false?

Which nerve supplies the central part of the diaphragm?

Which nerve supplies the peripheral parts of the diaphragm?

In approximately 10% of cases, which nerve supplies the lateral part of the diaphragm?

Which nerves supply the inferior surface of the diaphragm?

Which nerves supply the sensory innervation of the diaphragm?

Which part of the diaphragm increases the vertical diameter of the thoracic cavity during inspiration?

Which muscle is the main muscle for the majority of lung capacity during respiration?

A person with a spinal cord injury below C5 will still have diaphragmatic respiration even if all intercostal muscles are paralyzed.

Referred pain from the periphery of the diaphragm can be felt in which regions?

Referred pain from the central part of the diaphragm is typically felt in which regions?

In addition to respiration, the diaphragm provides additional power for which expulsive acts?

Which radiographic view provides a front view of the chest wall?

Which radiographic view provides a side view of the chest wall?

Which rib is the mid clavicular lung margin located at?

At which rib is the pleural margin located for the mid axillary lung margin?

Where is the pleural margin located for the mid scapular lung margin?

At which rib level is the pleural margin located in the mid-scapular line?