12 Questions
What is the primary function of hormones in the endocrine system?
Regulating growth, metabolism, temperature, and reproductive development
Which layer of deep fascia surrounds the trachea, esophagus, pharynx, and larynx?
Third layer
What is the main difference between the endocrine system and the nervous system?
The endocrine system acts as a signaling pathway, but hormones are slower acting than nerve impulses
What is the name of the ligament formed by the thickening of deep fascia between the parotid and submandibular glands?
Stylomandibular ligament
Which glands are part of the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and testicles
What is the superior attachment site of the investing layer of deep fascia?
Base of the mandible, mastoid process, and superior nuchal line
What is the location where the inflammatory pus usually points out to the skin?
Roof of posterior triangle
What is the significance of the suprasternal space?
Contains the sternal heads of sternomastoid muscles
What is the function of the axillary sheath?
Invests the axillary vessels and cords of brachial plexus
What structures are contained within the carotid sheath?
Common carotid artery, internal carotid artery, internal jugular vein, and vagus nerve
Where does the prevertebral layer extend from and to?
Base of skull to 3rd thoracic vertebra
What is the result of the accumulation of pus between the prevertebral and retropharyngeal space?
Difficulty swallowing
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