Parotid Glands Flashcards
0
Q
What nerve traverses the parotid gland
A
Facial Nerve
1
Q
How much does each parotid gland weigh. (Approximately)?
A
20 gm each
2
Q
What are the branches of the facial nerve
A
Temporal zygomatic buccal mandibular cervical
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3
Q
How can the parotid gland Become an airway emergency
A
When the parotid glands are swollen they can obstruct the airway
