Nasal anatomy and physiology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the nose?
A
Respiration
Humidification
Olfaction
Filtration
2
Q
What type of mucosa is present in the nose?
A
Columnar ciliated squamous
3
Q
What is the glabella?
A
Area between the eyebrows
4
Q
What constitutes the nose?
A
1/3 bony
2/3 cartilaginous
5
Q
What makes up the nasal septum?
A
Vomer bone
Perpendicular plate of ethmoid bone
6
Q
What forms the roof of the nose?
A
Cribrifrom plate
7
Q
What forms the floor of the nose?
A
Hard palate