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Axillary Artery and Related Structures

Axillary Artery and Related Structures

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Other

11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the axillary artery, starting from its origin as a continuation of the subclavian artery to its transition into the brachial artery. It details the artery's anatomical relations, divided into three parts by the pectoralis minor muscle, and describes the branches that arise from each part. The tutorial also covers the anastomosis around the scapula, which ensures collateral circulation to the upper limb in case of arterial blockage. Clinical correlations highlight the importance of this anastomosis in maintaining blood flow.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the axillary artery begin?

At the clavicle

At the sternum

At the lower border of the teres major

At the outer border of the first rib

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which muscle divides the axillary artery into three parts?

Serratus anterior

Pectoralis minor

Subscapularis

Pectoralis major

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is located anteriorly to the first part of the axillary artery?

Pectoralis major

Subscapularis

Axillary nerve

Radial nerve

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which nerve is related posteriorly to the second part of the axillary artery?

Long thoracic nerve

Radial nerve

Posterior cord of the brachial plexus

Ulnar nerve

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is located medially to the third part of the axillary artery?

Musculocutaneous nerve

Axillary vein

Lateral cord of the brachial plexus

Pectoralis minor

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which part of the axillary artery does the superior thoracic artery arise?

First part

Second part

Third part

None of the above

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artery gives off the pectoral, acromial, clavicular, and deltoid branches?

Superior thoracic artery

Thoracoacromial artery

Lateral thoracic artery

Subscapular artery

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