body cavities/membranes Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what organs lie in the thoracic cavity?
A
lungs, heart
2
Q
what is the name of the space between the lungs in the thoracic cavity?
A
mediastinum
3
Q
what organs lie in the abdominopelvic cavity?
A
digestive organs, kidneys
4
Q
serous membrane of the lung
A
pleura
5
Q
serous membrane of the heart
A
pericardium
6
Q
retroperitoneal organs (SAD PUCKER)
A
Suprarenal (adrenal gland)
Aorta & IVC
Duodenum
Pancreas
Ureters
Colon (acending & decending portions)
Kidneys
Esophagus (lower portion)
Rectum (lower portion)