Larynx & Laryngeal Cartilages #2 Flashcards
(12 cards)
1
Q
3 details about Cricoid Cartilage
A
- Most inferior cartilage of larynx
- Unpaired
- Ring-shaped
2
Q
What are 2 structures of the Cricoid Cartilage?
A
- Arch
- Posterior quadrate lamina
3
Q
Location of and fact about the Arch
A
- Low narrow portion in front
- Provides clearance for the vocal folds
4
Q
Location and articulation detail for the Posterior quadrate lamina
A
- Wide and thick portion in back of Cricoid Cartilage
- Provides point of articulation for arytenoid cartilages
5
Q
Label the Cricoid Cartilage
A
A - Arch
B - Posterior quadrate lamina
6
Q
2 details about the Arytenoid Cartilages
A
- Located on the superior surface of cricoid cartilage
- Allows for rocking, gliding, and rotating
7
Q
Why is rocking, gliding, and rotating an important feature of the arytenoid cartilages?
A
- It important for onset and offset of voicing
8
Q
What shape are the arytenoid cartilages?
A
- Pyramidal shape
9
Q
What are the structures of the Arytenoid Cartilages?
A
- Base
- Apex
- Vocal Process
- Muscular Process
10
Q
Where are the structures of the Arytenoid Cartilages Located? (Maybe delete previous card)
A
A - Arytenoid Cartilages
B - Base
C - Apex
D - Vocal Process
E - Muscular Process
11
Q
Location detail and fact about the Vocal Process
A
- Projects anteriorly toward the thyroid notch
- Location of the vocal fold attachment
12
Q
Location detail and fact about the Muscular Process
A
- Projects laterally on the arytenoid
- Point of attachment for muscles that adduct and abduct the vocal folds
