Tonsils Flashcards
1
Q
Where are the Tonsils located?
A
They are NOT located along lymphatic vessels
2
Q
Where do the tonsils drain into?
A
drain into the superior deep cervical lymph nodes
3
Q
Tonsils are part of what system?
A
the immune system
4
Q
Do tonsils have lymphocytes?
A
yes, they do.
5
Q
There are 4 kinds of tonsils. Name them.
A
- Pharyngeal tonsils
- Lingual Tonsils
- Palatine Tonsils
- Tubal Tonsils
6
Q
Pharyngeal tonsils are also known as?
A
adenoids
7
Q
Where are the Lingual tonsils located?
A
on the dorsal surface of the base of the tongue
8
Q
Palatine tonsils can be seen when?
A
typically seen when swollen;
and are two rounded masses located in the oral cavity
9
Q
The Tubal tonsils are located?
A
near opening to Eustachian tube
