Cubital Fossa Anatomy
What nerve runs in the cubital fossa?
Median nerve
What vein do you most often draw blood from?
Median cubital vein
What does an ultrasound use to create an image?
Sound waves
What do x-rays use to create an image?
X-rays (electromagnetic radiation)
What artery runs in the cubital fossa?
Brachial artery
How do you check for the difference between an artery and a vein without an ultrasound?
Check for a pulse with your fingers
Structures that reflect sound (bones, muscles, etc.) waves appear what color?
Light gray
What color do bones appear?
Can ultrasounds diagnose anatomic issues?
Yes! (cleft lip, forms of spina bifida, polydactyly)
What muscle has a tendon here?
Biceps brachii
How much blood is in the average human body?
5 liters
Structures that absorb sound waves (blood, fluids, etc.) are what color?
Dark gray or black
What color does air appear?
Black
What is the use of the ultrasound gel used during ultrasounds?
Makes it easier for the sound waves to travel and give a clearer image