HEAD AND NECK Flashcards
What is the primary function of the temporalis muscle?
The primary function of the temporalis muscle is to elevate and retract the mandible.
True or False: The mandible is the only movable bone of the skull.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the bone that forms the forehead.
frontal bone
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expressions?
Facial nerve (CN VII)
What type of tissue primarily makes up the mucosa of the oral cavity?
Stratified squamous epithelium
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the axial skeleton? A) Skull B) Vertebrae C) Clavicle D) Ribs
C) Clavicle
What is the main function of the parotid gland?
The main function of the parotid gland is to produce saliva.
True or False: The hyoid bone is located in the neck and does not articulate with any other bones.
True
What is the role of the larynx in the respiratory system?
The larynx serves as a passageway for air and is involved in sound production.
Fill in the blank: The ________ artery supplies blood to the face.
facial artery
Which structure connects the throat to the middle ear?
Eustachian tube
Multiple Choice: Which of the following bones is part of the nasal cavity? A) Maxilla B) Zygomatic C) Mandible D) Sphenoid
A) Maxilla
What is the primary function of the orbicularis oris muscle?
The primary function of the orbicularis oris muscle is to control movements of the mouth and lips.
True or False: The ethmoid bone is located at the base of the skull.
False
What type of joint is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)?
It is a synovial joint.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a thin membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids.
conjunctiva
Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
Optic nerve (CN II)
Multiple Choice: What is the primary function of the nasal conchae? A) To produce mucus B) To warm and humidify air C) To filter blood D) To assist in digestion
B) To warm and humidify air
What is the primary role of the mastoid process?
The mastoid process serves as an attachment point for neck muscles.
True or False: The zygomatic bone is commonly referred to as the cheekbone.
True
What is the function of the salivary glands?
The function of the salivary glands is to produce saliva, which aids in digestion and oral hygiene.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the largest salivary gland.
parotid gland
Which muscle is primarily responsible for swallowing?
Pharyngeal muscles
Multiple Choice: Which part of the skull houses the brain? A) Mandible B) Cranium C) Maxilla D) Nasal bone
B) Cranium
