1000ft Nose, Oropharynx, and Throat Flashcards
Can you x-ray the nose?
No, if concerned for orbit structures or sinuses need to obtain CT
What cell type produces mucous?
Goblet Cells
Why is it clinically concerning when there is changes to the septum in relation to the thinness of the septum?
Houses vasculature and mucus, can easily become necrotic when damaged
Where is the most common location for a nose bleed?
Kiesselbach’s Plexus, anterior nasal bleed
What glands produce mucus?
Bowmans glands
Where does initial smell sensation occur?
Medial olfactory area just anterior to the hypothalamus
Why are the taste buds raised?
Creates friction and aids in digestion
We can sense hundred of flavors due to the combo of what five tastes?
Sour
Salty
Sweet
Bitter
Umami
The taste of Umami allows us to taste what?
Protein flavor high in L-glutamate such as meats, aged cheese
What is the most sensitive taste and why?
Bitter, for protection against chemicals
Are there taste buds on the epiglottis?
Yes
What cranial nerve is responsible for a majority of taste?
CN 7
what three cranial nerves carry gustatory information to the brain?
Facial Nerve (7)
Glossopharyngeal (9)
Vagus (10)
What tissue type makes up the tonsils?
Lymphoid Tissue (have T and B cells)
Where are the palatine tonsils located?
Between the arches (palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal)
