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Ch. 18 The Cardiovascular System II: The Blood Vessels
Amerman - Human Anatomy & Physiology 2nd Edition
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Chapter 18, Problem 17

Match the following arteries with the correct description. 
__Radial artery      
__Celiac trunk      
__Basilar artery       
__Superior mesenteric artery      
__Dorsalis pedis artery      
__Femoral artery      
__Internal iliac artery      
__Renal artery      
__Internal carotid artery      
__Subclavian artery
a. Supplies the small intestine and most of the large intestine 
b. Supplies the pelvis 
c. Supplies the upper limb 
d. Located in the lateral forearm 
e. Provides the blood supply to the lower limb 
f. Supplies the brain via the anterior and middle cerebral arteries 
g. Large single branch off the aorta that supplies the liver, stomach, duodenum, and spleen 
h. Supplies the foot and ankle 
i. Supplies the kidney 
j. Forms from the fusion of the two vertebral arteries 

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the anatomical location and function of each artery listed in the problem. For example, the radial artery is located in the lateral forearm, and the renal artery supplies the kidneys.
Step 2: Match each artery to its corresponding description based on its anatomical role. For instance, the radial artery matches with 'd. Located in the lateral forearm,' and the renal artery matches with 'i. Supplies the kidney.'
Step 3: Use your knowledge of systemic circulation to match arteries that supply specific organs or regions. For example, the celiac trunk supplies the liver, stomach, duodenum, and spleen, which corresponds to 'g. Large single branch off the aorta that supplies the liver, stomach, duodenum, and spleen.'
Step 4: Consider arteries that supply broader regions, such as the femoral artery, which provides blood to the lower limb, matching it with 'e. Provides the blood supply to the lower limb.' Similarly, the subclavian artery supplies the upper limb, matching it with 'c. Supplies the upper limb.'
Step 5: For arteries involved in specialized functions, such as the basilar artery formed by the fusion of vertebral arteries, match it with 'j. Forms from the fusion of the two vertebral arteries.' Continue this process for all remaining arteries and descriptions.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Arterial Supply

Arterial supply refers to the network of arteries that deliver oxygenated blood to various organs and tissues in the body. Each artery has a specific region or organ it supplies, which is crucial for maintaining the function and health of that area. Understanding the arterial supply is essential for identifying the role of each artery in the circulatory system.
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Anatomical Location

Anatomical location pertains to the specific position of arteries within the body. This includes their proximity to other structures and their pathways. Knowledge of anatomical location helps in understanding how blood flows through the body and the relationships between different arteries, which is vital for matching them with their descriptions.
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Function of Major Arteries

The function of major arteries involves their roles in supplying blood to critical areas. For instance, the renal artery supplies the kidneys, while the celiac trunk supplies the digestive organs. Recognizing the function of these arteries is key to accurately matching them with their respective descriptions, as each artery serves a distinct physiological purpose.
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a. Splenic vein

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c. Gastric vein

d. Renal vein

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a. out of; out of

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c. into; out of

d. into; into

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a. Femoral artery

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c. Common carotid artery

d. Brachial artery

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Match the following veins with the correct description. 

__Cephalic vein      

__Great saphenous vein      

__Dural sinus      

__Azygos vein      

__Hepatic portal vein      

__Splenic vein      

__Internal jugular vein      

__Brachiocephalic veins       

__Brachial vein      

__Inferior mesenteric vein

a. Drains the posterior abdominal and thoracic walls

b. Two veins merge to form the superior vena cava

c. Receives blood from the spleen and digestive organs

d. Superficial vein in the medial leg

e. Drains the brain and face

f. Drains part of the large intestine

g. Superficial vein in the lateral upper limb

h. Deep vein of the arm

i. Drains the spleen

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