Respiratory Dry Room 6 Flashcards

1
Q

What vertebral level does the trachea and the pulmonary artery bifurcate?

A

T5

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2
Q

What is the bit of the trachea called where it spilts?

A

Carina

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3
Q

Why do respiratory passages appear black in CT scans?

A

They contain empty space

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4
Q

Is the oesophagus posterior or anterior to the trachea?

A

Posterior

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