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NurseReview.Org Thorax & Lungs
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- Slide 1:Thorax and Lungs
- Slide 2: Outline Structure and Function Subjective Data Objective Data Abnormal Findings
- Slide 3:Structure and Function
- Slide 4: Thoracic Cage /Cavity Shape- bony, conical shape, narrower at top borders – it is defined by: Sternum – 3 parts: manubrium, body, xiphoid process Ribs – 12 pairs, 1st seven attach to the sternum (costal cartilages) Ribs 8,9,&10 attach to the costal cartilage above, Ribs 11 & 12 are floating ribs 12 Thoracic vertebrae Diaphragm – the floor, separates the thoracic cavity from the abdomen
- Slide 5:Anterior Thoracic Landmarks Suprasternal Notch – U shaped depression Sternum – “breastbone” = 3 parts 1. Manubrium 2. Body 3. Xiphoid process Angle of Louis – manubriosternal angle continuous with the 2nd
