Pharyngeal/Laryngeal Cavities Flashcards

1
Q

Define brachygnathia

A

A short jaw (boxers are an example)

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2
Q

The nasal cavity is made up of: __________, ___________, _____________, __________ and ___________.

A

Vestibule
Conchae
Mucosal folds
Meatus
Choana

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3
Q

What are the internal nares?

A

Choanae

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4
Q

The nasopharynx is which cavity?

A

Pharyngeal cavity

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5
Q

Why can infections travel to the mouth from the nose?

A

Bc of the intrapharyngeal orifice

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6
Q

List the 3 things that make up the the pars digestoria of the pharyngeal cavity

A
  • oropharynx
  • laryngopharynx
  • vestibule of esophagus
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7
Q

Describe the function of the laryngeal cavities

A

Keeps organs open

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8
Q

Which cartilage is elastic in the laryngeal cavities?

A

Epiglottis

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9
Q

What prevents choking while deglutition?

A

Pharynx and Larynx

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10
Q

What innervates the laryngeal muscles?

A

Cran/Caud laryngeal n (Vagus n)

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