The Mediastinum
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Which of the following structures is NOT included in the mediastinum?

  • Heart
  • Lungs (correct)
  • Thymus
  • Esophagus
  • What are the boundaries of the mediastinum?

  • Superior- T5-T12 vertebrae, Inferior- diaphragm
  • Superior- diaphragm, Inferior- thoracic inlet
  • Superior- sternum, Inferior- mediastinal pleura
  • Superior- thoracic inlet, Inferior- diaphragm (correct)
  • What is the function of the mediastinum?

  • To contain thoracic viscera (correct)
  • To facilitate breathing
  • To house the lungs
  • To protect the heart
  • Which of the following is NOT included in the mediastinum?

    <p>Lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the superior boundary of the mediastinum?

    <p>Thoracic inlet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the lateral boundaries of the mediastinum?

    <p>Mediastinal pleura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure forms the anterior boundary of the superior mediastinum?

    <p>Manubrium sterni</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the inferior boundary of the superior mediastinum?

    <p>Lower border of 4th thoracic vertebrae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the lateral boundaries of the superior mediastinum?

    <p>Mediastinal pleura</p> Signup and view all the answers

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