Anatomy - Major Branches of the Subclavian Artery [Arteries of The Arm]

Anatomy - Major Branches of the Subclavian Artery [Arteries of The Arm]

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This video tutorial explains the pathway of the right subclavian artery, detailing its branches into the axillary, brachial, radial, and ulnar arteries, and their roles in supplying blood to the arm and hand. It highlights the equivalence of the left side's arterial system and previews the next video, which will cover the descending aorta and abdominal arteries.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between the right and left subclavian arteries?

The right subclavian artery comes directly off the aortic arch.

The left subclavian artery supplies the right arm.

The right subclavian artery does not come directly off the aortic arch.

The left subclavian artery is longer than the right.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artery does the right subclavian artery branch into above the armpit?

Right axillary artery

Right radial artery

Right ulnar artery

Right digital artery

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two major arteries that the right brachial artery diverges into?

Right axillary and right radial arteries

Right radial and right ulnar arteries

Right brachial and right axillary arteries

Right ulnar and right digital arteries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In anatomical position, which artery is lateral in the forearm?

Right ulnar artery

Right radial artery

Right axillary artery

Right brachial artery

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two vessel systems formed by the right radial and ulnar arteries?

Right digital arch and right radial arch

Right brachial arch and right axillary arch

Right ulnar arch and right axillary arch

Right deep palmar arch and right superficial palmar arch

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the superficial palmar arch located?

On the back of the hand

On the side of the hand where the palm is

In the forearm

Above the elbow

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the right digital arteries primarily supply?

The shoulder

The fingers

The upper arm

The forearm