Davies ARDMS Vascular Exam Review With Complete Solutions Graded A+

The first major arterial branch of the aorta is the: correct answerInnominate artery Which of the following arteries does NOT arise from the subclavian artery? a. Vertebral b. Superior thyroid c. Internal thoracic d. Thyrocervical trunk (axis) e. Internal mammary correct Superior thyroid The angular artery is the terminal part of the: Facial artery The arterial pulsations felt in front of the ear and just above the zygomatic arch are from which artery? Superficial temporal The common carotid artery divides into its external and internal branches usually at the level of the upper border of the: Thyroid cartilage What artery is usually the first branch of the external carotid artery? Superior thyroid artery Which of the following is not an artery in the Circle of Willis? Middle communicating artery