PracticeQuiz content is free on an ad-supported model.

Unfortunately, we can't support ad blocker usage because of the impact on our servers. If you'd like to continue, please disable your ad blocker and reload page.

Reload page

NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

Start a Study Session Sign up for Question of the Day

What is the common term for the joining of the carotid system and the vertebrobasilar system?

Circle of Stewart
Circle of Colbert
Circle of Willis
Circle of Arnold

Explanation

Answer - C - Circle of Willis is the common term for the joining of the carotid system and the vertebrobasilar system. Blood flow to the brain is provided by two systems. The carotid system is anterior, while the vertebrobasilar system is posterior. Both join at the circle of Willis before entering the substance of the brain.

Was this helpful? Upvote!

Start a Study Session Sign up for Question of the Day

NREMT Advanced EMT

Top questions

Related questions

Most popular on PracticeQuiz

Ad-Blocker not supported

NREMT Advanced EMT

Top questions

Related questions

Most popular on PracticeQuiz