Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Describe the shape and anatomical location of each lung. |
|
Definition
| Each lung is conical; the apex is rounded and extends anteriorly about 4 cm above the first rib into the base of neck in adults. |
|
|
Term
| Which bronchus is more susceptible to aspiration of foreign bodies and why? |
|
Definition
| The right bronchus because it is wider, shorter and more vertically placed than the left bronchus |
|
|
Term
| Where is the right middle lobe anatomically located in the body? |
|
Definition
| Between the 4th and 6th rib on the right side. |
|
|
Term
| Where is the best location on the body to listen for the right middle lobe? |
|
Definition
| On the right lateral side, in the intercostal space (between 4th and 6th ribs) |
|
|
Term
| Where is the left oblique fissure? |
|
Definition
| On the left lateral side from the spinous process of T3 down to the 6th rib at the miclavicular line anteriorly |
|
|
