Q&A Anatomical palpation of the live dog-Head structures Flashcards
The skin consist of what two layers
Epidermis and dermis
The two layers of the skin lie on the
Subcutaneous layer, superficial fascia, subcutis; hypodermis SQ or SC
Where is the skin thin and where is it thick
Belly; neck
What is the general structure rostral to eyes called
muzzle
what is the groove in the upper lip between the nostrils
Philtrum
List the type of teeth and there abbreviation
Molars (M), Premolars (PM), Canine (C), Incisors (I)
How can the mouth be opened to look in the oral cavity
Grasp the upper jaw with one hand and pushing down on the incisors with a finger on there other
What is the large shearing teeth of dogs and cats
Carnassial or sectorial teeth (upper premolar 4 and lower molar 1)
Describes the external ear canal
Tow parts, vertical part passes down takes a sharp turn and continues as the horizontal part of the ear drum (tympanic membrane)
What is the pocket of the skin in the caudal edge of the ear
CUTANEOUS POUCH