Asked by Valeria Ordoñez on Jul 02, 2024
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Which blood vessels supplies blood to the pericardium, mediastinum, and the diaphragm?
A) internal mammary artery
B) internal maxillary artery
C) vertebral artery
D) ventral thoracic artery
Internal Mammary Artery
A major artery running along the inside of the chest wall, often used as a graft in coronary artery bypass surgery.
Pericardium
The double-walled sac containing the heart and the roots of the major blood vessels, with fluid that reduces friction during heart beats.
Mediastinum
The central compartment of the thoracic cavity, surrounded by loose connective tissue, that contains the heart, trachea, esophagus, and other structures.
- Discern the major arteries that serve as the source of blood supply to particular areas or organs within the body.
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Kayla Dillon6 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The internal mammary artery supplies blood to the pericardium, mediastinum, and the diaphragm.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the major arteries that serve as the source of blood supply to particular areas or organs within the body.