Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical
Therapy 5th Edition
by Ellen Hillegass EdD PT CCS FAACVPR (Author)
, Hillegass: Essentials Of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy,
5th Edition
Chapter 1: Anatomy Of The Cardiovascular And
Pulmonary Systems Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which Of The Following Chest Wall Structures Is Located Level With The
Second Costal Cartilage Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebra T4 And T5
Posteriorly?
A. Sternal Angle
B. Jugular Notch
C. Xiphoid Process
D. Third Costal Cartilage
ANSWER; A
The Sternal Angle Of The “Angle Of Louis” Is Level With The Second Costal
Cartilage Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebrae T4 And T5 Posteriorly.
PTS: 1
2. Pectus Excuvatum Is BEST Described As:
A. Deformity Of The Sternum Caused By Trauma
B. Caved-In Appearance Of The Chest
C. Diminished Rib Angle Anteriorly
D. Conical Shape Of The Thoracic Cage
ANSWER; B
Pectus Excuvatum Is A Common Congenital Deformity Of The Anterior Wall Of
The Chest, In Which Several Ribs And The Sternum Grow Abnormally; It
Produces A Caved-In Or Sunken Appearance Of The Chest.
PTS: 1
3. The True Ribs Are BEST Defined By Which Of The Following Statements?
A. Vertebrochondral Ribs
B. Vertebrosternal Ribs
C. Ribs 11 And 12
D. Ribs 8, 9, And 10
,ANSWER; B
The First Seven Ribs Attach Via Their Costal Cartilages To The Sternum And Are
Called The True Ribs (Also Known As The Vertebrosternal Ribs).
PTS: 1
, Test Bank 1-2
4. Which Of The Following Interventions Is MOST Appropriate For A Patient With
Lower Rib Fractures?
A. Short, Shallow Breaths
B. Pursed Lip Breathing
C. Deep Breaths With Splinting
D. Breathing With Arms Raised
ANSWER; C
It Is Important For All Therapists To Recommend Breathing (Deep Breathing),
Splinting (I.E., Pillow), And Coughing Strategies For Patients With Rib Fractures.
PTS: 1
5. Which Of The Following Positions Facilitates Greater Excursion Of Both
Hemidiaphragms At Rest?
A. Supine Position
B. Sidelying Position
C. Standing Position
D. Sitting Position
ANSWER; A
In The Supine Position, Without The Effects Of Gravity, The Level Of The
Diaphragm In The Thoracic Cavity Rises. This Allows For A Relatively Greater
Excursion.
PTS: 1
6. Which Of The Following Muscles Help To Achieve The Active Process Of
Inspiration At Rest?
A. Sternocleidomastoid
B. Diaphragm
C. Abdominal Muscles
D. Trapezius
ANSWER; B
The Diaphragm And Internal Intercostals (Intercartilaginous Portion) Are The
Essential Muscles To Achieve The Active Process Of Inspiration At Rest.
Abdominal Muscles Assist With Expiration. The Sternocleidomastoid And
Trapezius Are Accessory Muscles And Assist With A More Forceful Inspiration.
PTS: 1
Copyright ©2011, 2001, 1994 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.
Therapy 5th Edition
by Ellen Hillegass EdD PT CCS FAACVPR (Author)
, Hillegass: Essentials Of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy,
5th Edition
Chapter 1: Anatomy Of The Cardiovascular And
Pulmonary Systems Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which Of The Following Chest Wall Structures Is Located Level With The
Second Costal Cartilage Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebra T4 And T5
Posteriorly?
A. Sternal Angle
B. Jugular Notch
C. Xiphoid Process
D. Third Costal Cartilage
ANSWER; A
The Sternal Angle Of The “Angle Of Louis” Is Level With The Second Costal
Cartilage Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebrae T4 And T5 Posteriorly.
PTS: 1
2. Pectus Excuvatum Is BEST Described As:
A. Deformity Of The Sternum Caused By Trauma
B. Caved-In Appearance Of The Chest
C. Diminished Rib Angle Anteriorly
D. Conical Shape Of The Thoracic Cage
ANSWER; B
Pectus Excuvatum Is A Common Congenital Deformity Of The Anterior Wall Of
The Chest, In Which Several Ribs And The Sternum Grow Abnormally; It
Produces A Caved-In Or Sunken Appearance Of The Chest.
PTS: 1
3. The True Ribs Are BEST Defined By Which Of The Following Statements?
A. Vertebrochondral Ribs
B. Vertebrosternal Ribs
C. Ribs 11 And 12
D. Ribs 8, 9, And 10
,ANSWER; B
The First Seven Ribs Attach Via Their Costal Cartilages To The Sternum And Are
Called The True Ribs (Also Known As The Vertebrosternal Ribs).
PTS: 1
, Test Bank 1-2
4. Which Of The Following Interventions Is MOST Appropriate For A Patient With
Lower Rib Fractures?
A. Short, Shallow Breaths
B. Pursed Lip Breathing
C. Deep Breaths With Splinting
D. Breathing With Arms Raised
ANSWER; C
It Is Important For All Therapists To Recommend Breathing (Deep Breathing),
Splinting (I.E., Pillow), And Coughing Strategies For Patients With Rib Fractures.
PTS: 1
5. Which Of The Following Positions Facilitates Greater Excursion Of Both
Hemidiaphragms At Rest?
A. Supine Position
B. Sidelying Position
C. Standing Position
D. Sitting Position
ANSWER; A
In The Supine Position, Without The Effects Of Gravity, The Level Of The
Diaphragm In The Thoracic Cavity Rises. This Allows For A Relatively Greater
Excursion.
PTS: 1
6. Which Of The Following Muscles Help To Achieve The Active Process Of
Inspiration At Rest?
A. Sternocleidomastoid
B. Diaphragm
C. Abdominal Muscles
D. Trapezius
ANSWER; B
The Diaphragm And Internal Intercostals (Intercartilaginous Portion) Are The
Essential Muscles To Achieve The Active Process Of Inspiration At Rest.
Abdominal Muscles Assist With Expiration. The Sternocleidomastoid And
Trapezius Are Accessory Muscles And Assist With A More Forceful Inspiration.
PTS: 1
Copyright ©2011, 2001, 1994 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.
