Respiratory System & Posterior Mediastinum

John McNulty, Ph,D.

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the trachea and bronchi and the differences between the left and ride side.
2. Describe the parts of the lung and the differences between left and right lungs.
3. Describe the formation of the pleural cavities and pleural reflections.
4. Describe the surface projections of respiratory components.
5. Describe the contents of the posterior mediastinum.