204: LIVING ANATOMY AND ULTRASOUND OF THE PELVIS

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What is the primary function of the pelvic girdle?

To attach the axial skeleton to the lower limbs

What are the three main articulations of the hip bone?

Ilium, ischium, and pubis

What is the anatomical landmark located at the anterior end of the iliac crest?

Anterior superior iliac spine

What is the structure that connects the abdominal region to the hip bone?

Inguinal ligament

What is the term for the palpable bony prominence of the ilium?

Anterior superior iliac spine

What is the structure that separates the buttocks?

Intergluteal cleft

What is the term for the upper lateral end of the groin?

Anterior superior iliac spine

What is the part of the hip bone that consists of the body and wing?

Ilium

What is the purpose of palpating the ischial spines during vaginal examination?

To perform a pudendal nerve block during childbirth

What is the orientation of the pelvis when sitting compared to standing?

The pelvis is more posteriorly tilted when sitting

What is the location of the ischial tuberosities in relation to the hands when sitting on a chair?

Under the hands

What is the purpose of palpating the deep surface of the body of the pubis during vaginal examination?

For information only, not a specific purpose

What is the recommended position of the volunteer being scanned during the ultrasound examination?

Lying supine

What is the anatomical landmark used in the transvaginal procedure of pudendal nerve block?

Ischial spine

What is the purpose of selecting the 'Bladder' pre-set in the Butterfly application?

To provide a best starting point for pelvic structures

What is the location of the ischial spines during palpation in the vagina?

At 4 and 8 o'clock position

What is the site where the pudendal nerve passes lateral to the ligament and lies medial to the pudendal vessels?

Sacrospinous ligament

Why is it essential to ask the volunteer to indicate the superior border of their pubic symphysis?

To identify the starting point for scanning

What is the purpose of injecting anesthetic solution during pudendal nerve block?

To relieve pain during childbirth

What is the purpose of using Doppler ultrasound in this session?

To differentiate blood vessels from other structures

At which vertebral level is the ischial tuberosity located?

Second sacral vertebra

How much pressure should be applied to the ultrasound probe?

Minimal pressure

What should you do if the volunteer experiences discomfort during the scanning process?

Ask the volunteer to scan themselves to assess the pressure needed

What is the purpose of the pubic tubercle?

Serves as an attachment for the inguinal ligament

Why is it important to ensure the volunteer is comfortable with the area being scanned?

To prevent unnecessary discomfort

Which of the following muscles attaches to the ischial tuberosity?

Hamstring muscles

What is the function of the ischial tuberosity?

Takes the weight of the body while sitting

What is the purpose of having the volunteer expose their lower abdomen?

To identify the starting point for scanning

Where is the pubic crest located?

On the anterior surface of the pubic bone

What is the purpose of the pubic crest?

Gives attachment to the rectus abdominis, conjoint tendon, and external oblique aponeurosis

How can the pubic crest be palpated?

By pressing firmly on the lower abdominal wall

What is the relationship between the ischial tuberosity and the skin depression?

The ischial tuberosity is located beneath the skin depression

What is the primary reason for performing an ultrasound assessment on an individual?

To identify potential clinical reasons for the assessment

What is the significance of the patient drinking 500ml of water an hour prior to undergoing an ultrasound examination?

To enhance the visualization of the bladder and surrounding structures

Which of the following structures is NOT visible in the transverse ultrasound image of the male pelvis?

Ejaculatory duct

What is the purpose of tilting the transducer inferiorly in the transverse ultrasound image of the male pelvis?

To better visualize the ductus deferens

What symptom might a biologically male patient exhibit that would prompt them to undergo a pelvic ultrasound?

Blood in the urine

Which of the following structures does NOT join to form the ejaculatory duct?

Urethra

What is the scale of the image shown in Figure 04-15?

3 cm

What is the purpose of referring to pages 59-61 in Gray's Surface Anatomy and Ultrasound?

To visualize the structures of the male pelvis

Identify the main articulations of the hip bone and understand the surface projections of the osteology of the pelvis.

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