Nose- Level 1

Question 1

Epistaxis

Answer 1

Nose Bleed

Question 2

Naris

Answer 2

A nostril (singular), pleural form is nares

Question 3

Rhinorrhea

Answer 3

Clear nasal drainage, also referred to as a runny nose

Question 4

Septal Hematoma

Answer 4

A collection of blood within the septum of the nose, usually occurs due to trauma to the nose. Septal hematomas are always drained because failure to drain them can lead to avascular necrosis of the septal cartilage.

Question 5

Turbinates

Answer 5

A network of bones, vessels and tissues within the nasal passageways which are responsible for warming, humidifying, and filtering the air we breathe.