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Anatomy and Physiology of the Heart Study Guide

This guide covers the fundamental aspects of the heart, including its chambers, valves, the cardiac cycle, electrical conduction, and the implications of compromised blood supply. It also touches upon fetal circulation remnants. This content is suitable for general educational purposes.

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Thoracic Cavity, Respiratory System, and Mediastinum

Thoracic Cavity Diaphragm and Lungs

Anatomy of the diaphragm, phrenic nerves, mechanics of breathing, pulmonary cavities, and the tracheobronchial tree.

  • Diaphragm anatomy and openings
  • Phrenic nerves innervation
  • Mechanics of breathing
  • Accessory muscles of inspiration
  • Pleura and pleural cavity
  • Surface projections of lungs
  • Lung surfaces and lobes
  • Tracheobronchial tree
  • Bronchopulmonary segments
  • Pulmonary and bronchial arteries

Thoracic Cavity Heart and Lungs Anatomy

An overview of the mediastinum, lungs, heart, and pericardium including nerves, veins, and clinical complications.

  • Veins of the Lung
  • Nerves of the Lungs
  • Sympathetic fibers
  • Parasympathetic fibers
  • Mediastinum
  • Transverse Thoracic Plane
  • Middle Mediastinum
  • Pericardium
  • Fibrous pericardium
  • Serous pericardium
  • Pericarditis
  • Pericardial effusion
  • Cardiac tamponade
  • Cardiocentesis

Anatomy, Physiology, and Clinical Pathology of the Heart

Anatomy and Physiology of the Heart

Detailed examination of cardiac structures, conduction systems, coronary circulation, and clinical conditions including myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism.

  • Right ventricle anatomy
  • Atrioventricular valves
  • Semilunar valves
  • Systole and diastole
  • Cardiac conduction system
  • Sinoatrial node
  • Atrioventricular node
  • Purkinje fibers
  • Coronary arteries
  • Cardiac veins
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Myocardial infarct
  • Referred pain
  • Auscultation sites

Anatomy of Thoracic Cavity and Mediastinum

Anatomy of the aortic arch, vagus nerves, and structures within the superior and posterior mediastinum.

  • Aortic arch branches
  • Vagus nerves (CN X)
  • Recurrent laryngeal nerves
  • Esophageal plexus
  • Anterior and posterior vagal trunks
  • Phrenic nerves
  • Posterior mediastinum contents
  • Superior mediastinum relationships
  • Root of the lungs

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