Hi all, I am currently struggling to try to remember the surface anatomy of the thorax (and abdominal soon in the future). Is there any mnemonics that aid in memorizing them? Thanks in advance!
Tips for remembering thoracic surface anatomy
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If you haven't googld these already, here are a couple big compendia of mnemonics:
www.medicalmnemonics.com
en.wikipedia.org
Look up whatever you're working on to get a mnemonic or three. If multiples, go with whichever one is funnier/dirtier, because those stick better.
That said, what about surface anatomy are you referring to? Like, landmarks? or msk exterior to the ribs? there's only like 15 things there, so I'm not sure which part you're finding difficult, or if I'm just misunderstanding.
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That said, what about surface anatomy are you referring to? Like, landmarks? or msk exterior to the ribs? there's only like 15 things there, so I'm not sure which part you're finding difficult, or if I'm just misunderstanding.
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Surface anatomy? Like where the nipples are?
I usually look down.
I usually look down.
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Anatomy is such a visual thing, once you have a good visual map for big landmarks in your mind the smaller stuff falls into place.
