Anatomy of the Face and Neck Quiz

Questions and Answers

The upper jawbones are called the:

Mandible

Maxillae (correct)

Zygoma

Mastoid

The lower jawbone is called the:

Maxillae

Mandible (correct)

Mastoid

Zygoma

The small, rounded, fleshy bulge immediately anterior to the ear canal is called the:

Incus

Stapes

Pinna

Tragus (correct)

The superficial temporal artery can be palpated:

Just anterior to the tragus Signup and view all the answers

The mastoid process is located approximately:

1″ posterior to the external opening of the ear Signup and view all the answers

The Adam's apple is:

The upper part of the larynx that is formed by the thyroid cartilage Signup and view all the answers

The cricoid cartilage:

Is the only complete circular cartilage of the trachea Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Allows movement of the head Signup and view all the answers

The eyeball itself is referred to as the:

Globe Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the vitreous humor is correct?

It is a clear, jellylike fluid near the back of the eye that cannot be replaced if it is lost Signup and view all the answers

The inner surface of the eyelids and the exposed surface of the eye itself are covered by a delicate membrane called the:

Conjunctiva Signup and view all the answers

The conjunctiva are kept moist by fluid produced by the:

Lacrimal gland Signup and view all the answers

The white portion of the eye is called the:

Sclera Signup and view all the answers

The opening in the center of the iris, which allows light to move to the back of the eye, is called the:

Pupil Signup and view all the answers

When a light is shone into the pupil:

It should become smaller in size Signup and view all the answers

Abnormal variations in pupil size and reaction would MOST likely be observed in a patient with:

A brain injury Signup and view all the answers

The optic nerve endings are located within the:

Retina Signup and view all the answers

The MOST significant complication associated with facial injuries is:

Airway compromise Signup and view all the answers

The skin and underlying tissues of the face:

Have a rich blood supply and bleed profusely Signup and view all the answers

When caring for a patient with an open facial injury, what must the EMT closely assess?

The patient's airway. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anatomy of the Face and Neck

The upper jawbones are called maxillae.
The lower jawbone is known as the mandible.
The small bulge in front of the ear canal is called the tragus.

Arteries and Cartilage

The superficial temporal artery can be palpated just anterior to the tragus.
The mastoid process is located approximately 1 inch posterior to the external ear opening.
The Adam's apple is formed by thyroid cartilage, constituting the upper part of the larynx.
The cricoid cartilage is the only complete circular cartilage in the trachea.

Muscles and Movements

The sternocleidomastoid muscle allows for head movement.

Anatomy of the Eye

The eyeball is referred to as the globe.
The vitreous humor is a jellylike fluid at the back of the eye, unreplaceable if lost.
Inner eyelids and the eye's surface are covered by the conjunctiva.
The lacrimal gland produces fluid to keep the conjunctiva moist.
The white portion of the eye is known as the sclera.
The center opening of the iris that allows light through is called the pupil.

Pupil Reaction

When light is shone into the pupil, it becomes smaller in size.
Abnormal pupil size and reaction variations often indicate a brain injury.

Significance of Facial Injuries

The most significant complication from facial injuries is airway compromise.
Facial tissues have a rich blood supply, leading to profuse bleeding when injured.
During care for open facial injuries, close assessment of the patient’s airway is critical.

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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the face and neck, including the jawbones, arteries, cartilage, and muscles. Dive into details about the eye's anatomy as well. Perfect for students studying human anatomy!