Question 1

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Contains the turbinates

Accepted Answer

The turbinates are structures located within the nose. They are responsible for filtering, humidifying, and warming or cooling the air that passes through the nasal passages.

Question 2

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Contains the adenoids

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose from the terms listed and match...

Question 3

The submandibular duct, or Wharton duct, emerges from the deep anterior portion of the gland and drains into the_______________ floor of the mouth.

Accepted Answer

The submandibular duct, also known as Wharton's duct, drains into the anterior floor of the mouth.

Question 4

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Intratympanic portion of the facial nerve

Accepted Answer

The intratympanic portion of the facial nerve refers to the segment of the facial nerve that runs through the middle ear.

Question 5

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Maxillary sinus is approached through this

Accepted Answer

The maxillary sinus is most directly accessed through the nose, as it is one of the paranasal sinuses located in the maxilla, adjacent to the nasal cavity. Surgical or diagnostic procedures involving the maxillary sinus often involve entry through the nasal passages.

Question 6

A ___________ is almost always combined with a total laryngectomy to treat laryngeal metastasis or problems with aspiration.

Accepted Answer

A glossectomy, which involves the removal of all or part of the tongue, is often combined with a total laryngectomy (removal of the larynx) in cases of laryngeal metastasis or when there are significant problems with aspiration. This is because both the tongue and larynx can be involved in the spread of cancer or in the dysfunction leading to aspiration, necessitating their removal to manage the condition effectively.

Question 7

Thyroid hormones (THs) are necessary for regulating _________________.

Accepted Answer

Thyroid hormones play a crucial role in regulating cell metabolism and growth, influencing virtually every organ system in the body.

Question 8

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Proximal eustachian tube

Accepted Answer

The proximal eustachian tube is part of the middle ear system, connecting the middle ear to the nasopharynx to equalize air pressure.

Question 9

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Auricle or pinna

Accepted Answer

The auricle or pinna is part of the external ear, which is the visible portion attached to the outside of the head.

Question 10

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Formed by two U-shaped cartilaginous structures called the lower lateral cartilages

Accepted Answer

The nose's structure includes two U-shaped cartilaginous structures known as the lower lateral cartilages, which are crucial for the nose's shape and functionality.

Question 11

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Contains the ossicles

Accepted Answer

The ossicles, which include the malleus, incus, and stapes, are three tiny bones located in the middle ear that play a crucial role in the process of hearing by transmitting sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.

Question 12

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPP)

Accepted Answer

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPP) is a surgical procedure that involves the oropharynx and larynx, specifically targeting structures in the throat to address issues such as sleep apnea.

Question 13

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Responsible for equilibrium

Accepted Answer

The internal ear contains the vestibular system, which is responsible for maintaining balance and equilibrium.

Question 14

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Crista ampullaris

Accepted Answer

The crista ampullaris is located in the internal ear, specifically within the ampullae of the semicircular canals, and is involved in detecting rotational movements of the head.

Question 15

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Otitis media

Accepted Answer

Otitis media is an infection or inflammation of the middle ear, which is part of the ear anatomy.

Question 16

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Examined with an otoscope

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose from the terms listed and match...

Question 17

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Contain the arytenoid cartilages

Accepted Answer

The arytenoid cartilages are structures located in the larynx, which is part of the oropharynx and larynx region. They play a key role in voice production by anchoring the vocal cords.

Question 18

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Anatomically divided into triangles

Accepted Answer

The neck is anatomically divided into triangles, specifically the anterior and posterior triangles, which are used to describe the location of various structures and guide clinical assessment and surgical approaches.

Question 19

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Anatomy is divided into three regions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose from the terms listed and match...

Question 20

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Contains cerumen

Accepted Answer

Cerumen, commonly known as earwax, is produced in the external ear canal, which is part of the external ear. It serves to protect and lubricate the ear canal, and to help keep dust, debris, and microorganisms out of the ear.

Quiz 27: Surgery of the Ear, Nose, Pharynx, and Larynx

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Contains the turbinates

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Contains the adenoids

The submandibular duct, or Wharton duct, emerges from the deep anterior portion of the gland and drains into the_______________ floor of the mouth.

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Intratympanic portion of the facial nerve

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Maxillary sinus is approached through this

A ___________ is almost always combined with a total laryngectomy to treat laryngeal metastasis or problems with aspiration.

Thyroid hormones (THs) are necessary for regulating _________________.

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Proximal eustachian tube

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Auricle or pinna

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Formed by two U-shaped cartilaginous structures called the lower lateral cartilages

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Contains the ossicles

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPP)

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Responsible for equilibrium

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Crista ampullaris

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Otitis media

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Examined with an otoscope

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Contain the arytenoid cartilages

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Anatomically divided into triangles

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Anatomy is divided into three regions

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Contains cerumen