HTHSCI 1H06- Final Exam Guide - Comprehensive Notes for the exam ( 83 pages long!)
29 Mar 2018
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Describe the location and orientation of the heart. Describe the surface features of the heart. Describe the anatomy of the coronary circulation. Describe the structure of the pericardium and the heart wall. Describe the anatomy of the chambers and valves of the heart. Explain the path of blood flow through the heart. Located within the pericardium, which is located within the mediastinum: mediastinum: anatomical region extends from the sternum to the vertebral column, from first rib to diaphragm, and between the lungs. Notable feature: apex feature which is off towards the left and is a little off the mid line as well. Size of a fist when its clenched. Pericardium fuses with diaphragm: as you breathe diaphragm moves up and down, the heart will also move up and down a little bit however it is protected within a sac. Superior vena cava: brings blood from the upper regions of the body into the heart.
