Cervical Vertebrae: C3-C7 Flashcards
1
Q
What is shown in this radiograph? circled
A
spinous processes
2
Q
What vertebrae are the same?
A
C3-C6
3
Q
Why is C7 different?
A
has a long spinous process
4
Q
What do C3-C6 have that C7 does not?
A
transverse foramen
5
Q
C7 has no ventral crest but what species does have a small one?
A
dog
6
Q
What vertebra articulates with the first rib?
A
C7
7
Q
Where do the ribs articulate with the vertebrae?
A
costal fovea
8
Q
is the spinous process dorsal or ventral?
A
dorsal
9
Q
what is the name for abnormal alignment between C1 and C2?
A
Atlanto axial subluxation
10
Q
subluxation
A
partial dislocation
11
Q
luxation
A
complete dislocation
12
Q
Which vertebra is hidden behind the scapula?
A
C7
13
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