Neck and Lymphatics

Question 1

What are the 3 major things that are palpated on the anterior neck?

Answer 1

1. Cricoid + Thyroid cartilage
2. Tracheal Position
3. Thyroid

Question 2

What does nuchal rigidity often indicate?

Answer 2

Meningitis

Question 3

What is the Brudzinski Sign?

Answer 3

Passive neck flexion causing pain.
Indicates meningitis.
-patient often flexes knees to take pressure off the neck

Question 4

What is the Kernig Sign?

Answer 4

Patient is supine with knees bent and the physician extends the lower leg. Paint indicates meningitis.