Neck Test Prep Flashcards
Which of the following muscles are frequently referred to as strap muscles?
Infrahyoid
The laminae of the thyroid cartilage unite anteriorly to form the:
Laryngeal prominence
With quiet respiration the true vocal cords are in a relaxed position creating an opening between them called the:
Glottis
The laryngopharynx continues as the esophagus at the level of the:
Cricoid cartliage
The oropharynx extends between which two structures?
Soft palate and hyoid bone
The lymph nodes of the neck can be classified or divided into how many levels or regions for ease of identification?
7
Which is a superficial muscle located on the posterior portion of the neck, that acts to elevate the scapula?
Trapezius
Which cartilage forms the base of the larynx?
Circoid
Which vein drains blood from the lateral region of the face?
Retromandibular
What muscle forms the boundary for the anterior and posterior triangles in the neck?
Sternocleidomastoid
Which structure is frequently referred to as the adenoids?
Pharyngeal tonsils
The thyroid cartilage consists of laminae that unite anteriorly to form a shield to protect the:
Vocal cords
The largest pair of salivary glands are the:
Parotid gland
The digastric muscle is included in which muscle group?
Suprahyoid
How many “unpaired” cartilages make up the larynx?
3
