The Aortic Arch Is Located

question 19

Multiple Choice

The aortic arch is located:

• A) 2.5 cm below the jugular notch.
• B) at T4-T5, sternal angle.
• C) 4 cm above the transpyloric plane.
• D) 2 cm above the transpyloric plane.

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Definitions:

Diastole

The phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and allows the chambers to fill with blood.

Resting

The state of being at ease, still, or inactive, allowing for recovery and rejuvenation of the body and mind.

Filling

A process or action that results in a space or container becoming full, often used in medical contexts to describe the restoration of lost tissue volume or the application of dental materials to cavities.

Dilation

The process of expanding or widening in size, often referring to the dilation of blood vessels or pupils.