Exam 3: Thorax & Abdomen

Front

What sympathetic fibers does the celiac plexus receive?

Back

Greater splanchnic nerves (T5-T9)

Front

Which artery does not branch from the right coronary artery?

Back

Anterior interventricular artery (LAD)

Front

Through which structure does the ilioinguinal nerve emerge?

Back

Superficial inguinal ring

Front

In which bronchus are foreign objects more likely to become lodged?

Back

Right bronchus

Front

Which part of the intestine receives a gallstone that has passed through the common bile duct?

Back

Descending (2nd) part of the duodenum

Front

What is the function of the celiac plexus?

Back

It provides autonomic innervation to the abdominal organs.

Front

What is the anatomical significance of the right bronchus?

Back

It is wider and more vertically oriented than the left bronchus, making it more likely for foreign objects to enter.

Front

What is the role of the anterior interventricular artery (LAD)?

Back

It supplies blood to the anterior wall of the left ventricle and the interventricular septum.

Front

What structures are innervated by the ilioinguinal nerve?

Back

It innervates the skin of the groin and the lower abdominal wall.

Front

What is the clinical significance of gallstones in the duodenum?

Back

Gallstones can cause obstruction and lead to pancreatitis or cholangitis.