Quiz 3 Chapter 16 A Nose, Mouth and Throat Flashcards
Inspection of the nasal mucosa of an individual with rhinitis would demonstrate mucosa that is
bright red and swollen
When examining the mouth and throat, you ask the individual to stick out the tongue. Your observation of the tongue notes the presence of a fine tremor that accompanies what condition?
hyperthyroidism
What question would you ask to determine whether an individual has epistaxis?
Do you experience nose bleeds?
An enlarged tongue ((( ___)) may impair speech development accompany (4). Also, transient swelling occurs with___ __
Down syndrome, cretinism, myxedema, acromegaly
Local infection
In addition to initiating digestion of food, Cleans and protects mucosa
Saliva
Purpose of the \_\_\_sinuses Airfield pockets with in the cranium to lighten the weight of the skull, serve as resonators for sound production, and provide mucus, which drains into . A. Frontal B. Maxillary C. Paranasal D. Ethmoid
C. Paranasal
The parotid gland’s duct that opens into the mouth opposite the second molar is
Stenson’s duct
What pairs of sinuses is absent at birth, is fairly well developed between 7 and 8 years of age, and is fully developed after puberty?
frontal
Under normal conditions, transillumination of the sinuses would produce a..
diffuse red glow
Mr. Winchett is a 48-year-old gentleman who comes to your office with complaints of sores on his tongue. As the health care provider, you know that the structure of the tongue is a mass of ____muscle in a crosswise pattern that is used to
Striated
change shape and position
Deciduous teeth in children are known as?
How many?
How many for adults?
temporary
20
32 (except for wisdom)
Mrs. Coleman is a 28-year-old patient who is in her second trimester of pregnancy. She comes to the clinic with complaints of stuffiness and epistaxis. This is due to:
increased vascularity of the upper respiratory tract
A cleft palate and lip are least common in what ethnic/cultural groups?
blacks
Ms. Tova is a 32-year-old patient who comes to your office with complaints of seasonal allergies. What question would you ask to determine if she is experiencing epistaxis?
“Do you experience nose bleeds?”
The two pairs of sinuses that are deep, small, and inaccessible for examination are the
ethmoid and sphenoid.
Mr. Glover is a 69-year-old patient who comes to the office for a routine examination. When evaluating an older patient, you should determine whether medications are being taken for depression and high blood pressure. What condition is frequently associated with older adults taking these medications? __ __ (___)
dry mouth (Xerstomia)
Mr. Glover is a 69-year-old patient who comes to the office for a routine examination. When evaluating an older patient, you should determine whether medications are being taken for depression and high blood pressure. What condition is frequently associated with older adults taking these medications?
A thin, white coating over the surface of the tongue
Mrs. Harris is a 45-year-old woman who comes to the office complaining of mouth sores. During your examination of the buccal mucosa, you note the presence of small, yellow-white papules on the cheek and tongue that may be identified as: A. Koplakia B. Fordyce granules C. Epstein Pearls D. Bednar aphthae
B. Fordyce’s granules
Mr. Yates is a 16-year-old patient who comes to the office complaining of a sore throat. On examination, you note that the tonsils are enlarged to the point that they are about halfway between the tonsillar pillars and the uvula. These tonsils would be graded as:
2+
When examining the mouth and throat, you ask the individual to stick out the tongue. Your observation of the tongue notes the presence of a fine tremor that accompanies what condition?
hyperthyroidism
Mrs. Bowers brings her 8-year-old son in for a routine physical examination. During the exam, you note a transverse ridge across his nose. This is often a sign that the child may be experiencing:
allergies
A pregnant female may present with painless enlargement of the gums that overreach the teeth. Due to A. Epulis B. Gingival Hyperplasia C. Gingivitis D. Meth Mouth
B. Gingival Hyplasia
Mrs. Jones is a 69-year-old patient who comes to the clinic. During your examination, you keep in mind that the process of bone resorption in older adults predisposes them to what condition?
loosening of the teeth