Feline Anatomy and Circulatory System

The video tutorial begins with a light-hearted introduction where the speaker names a cat Lola. It then transitions into a detailed examination of the upper arteries and veins in cats, starting with the aortic arch and its branches, including the brachiocephalic and subclavian arteries. The tutorial highlights the differences between human and cat anatomy, particularly in the number of arterial branches. The discussion then shifts to the venous system, covering the superior vena cava and its branches, such as the jugular and subclavian veins, and notes the unique presence of the transverse vein in cats.

What name was suggested for the cat in the video?

• Milo

• Lola

• Max

• Bella

How many branches does the aortic arch have in cats?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

Which artery branches off first from the brachiocephalic artery?

• Left subclavian artery

• Right subclavian artery

• Left common carotid artery

• Right common carotid artery

What does the right subclavian artery become as it moves towards the arm?

• Ulnar artery

• Axillary artery

• Brachial artery

• Radial artery

Which artery runs alongside the trachea to the head?

• Left common carotid artery

• Right common carotid artery

• Left subclavian artery

• Right subclavian artery

What is the second branch off the brachiocephalic artery?

• Left common carotid artery

• Right subclavian artery

• Right common carotid artery

• Left subclavian artery

Which vein is the first major branch off the left brachiocephalic trunk?

• Jugular vein

• Subclavian vein

• Axillary vein

• Brachial vein

What is unique to cats and not found in humans?

• Jugular vein

• Transverse vein

• Subclavian vein

• Axillary vein

Which vein drains blood from the head?

• Axillary vein

• Subclavian vein

• Brachial vein

• Jugular vein

What is the function of the superior vena cava?

• Supplies blood to the brain

• Returns blood to the heart

• Drains blood from the lower body

• Carries blood to the lungs