by Lynn Pretorius | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorised
Anatomy & Function • The vena cava is the largest vein in the human body, returning deoxygenated blood to the heart. • Two main branches: • – Superior Vena Cava (SVC): drains blood from the head, neck, chest, and arms. • – Inferior Vena Cava (IVC):...
by Lynn Pretorius | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorised
Anatomy & Function • The vagus nerve is the 10th cranial nerve, extending from the brainstem through the neck and chest into the abdomen. It is the main component of the parasympathetic nervous system – the ‘rest, digest, and heal’ pathway. Functions...
