L1 Head & Neck
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Which of the following is NOT a compartment of the head?

  • Cranial cavity
  • Nasal cavities
  • Orbits
  • Thoracic cavity (correct)

    • What is the largest compartment of the head?

  • Nasal cavities
  • Oral cavity
  • Cranial cavity (correct)
  • Orbits

    • Which of the following structures is NOT found within the cranial cavity?

  • Eyes (correct)
  • Meninges
  • Ear apparatus
  • Brain

    • What is the primary function of the nasal cavities?

    <p>To be part of the respiratory tract. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the anterior openings of the nasal cavities called?

    <p>Nares (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the largest paranasal sinus?

    <p>Maxillary sinus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the orbits?

    <p>Cone-shaped (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the eyelids?

    <p>To protect the eyes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is NOT directly attached to the pharynx?

    <p>Trachea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the vocal folds within the larynx?

    <p>To produce sound during speech (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the structure that connects the pharynx to the base of the skull?

    <p>Muscles and fascia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following compartments in the neck contains the thyroid and parathyroid glands?

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    What are the four paranasal sinuses?

    <p>Frontal, ethmoid, sphenoid, and maxillary (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The larynx is attached to the hyoid bone by what kind of structure?

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    What is the name of the anterior opening to the oral cavity?

    <p>Oral fissure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the part of the pharynx located behind the oral cavity?

    <p>Oropharynx (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bones form the superior boundary of the neck?

    <p>Mandible and skull (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is responsible for adjusting the dimensions of the central channel in the larynx?

    <p>Vocal folds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the lower part of the pharynx that connects to the esophagus?

    <p>Laryngopharynx (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the bony projection of the scapula that forms part of the inferior boundary of the neck?

    <p>Acromion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of the oral cavity?

    <p>It has a continuously open posterior opening called the oropharyngeal isthmus. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE about the face?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the membrane that covers the superior, posterior, and lateral regions of the head?

    <p>Scalp (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the prominent and easily palpable bone feature that helps define the inferior boundary of the neck?

    <p>Spinous process of vertebra CVII (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Cranial Cavity

    The largest compartment of the head containing the brain and meninges.

    Nasal Cavities

    Upper parts of the respiratory tract situated between the orbits, with nares and choanae openings.

    Orbits

    Cone-shaped chambers containing the eyes, located inferior to the cranial cavity.

    Paranasal Sinuses

    Air-filled extensions of the nasal cavities that project into surrounding bones.

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    Major Compartments of Head

    Includes cranial cavity, orbits, nasal cavities, oral cavity, and ears.

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    Menings

    Membranes surrounding the brain within the cranial cavity.

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    Choanae

    Posterior nasal apertures that connect nasal cavities to the throat.

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    Naes

    Anterior openings of the nasal cavities, commonly known as nostrils.

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    Frontal Sinus

    Located in the forehead, part of paranasal sinuses.

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    Ethmoid Sinus

    Located between the eyes, part of paranasal sinuses.

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    Sphenoid Sinus

    Located behind the eyes, deep in the skull.

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    Maxillary Sinus

    Largest paranasal sinus, located in the cheek area.

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    Oral Cavity

    The space inside the mouth, bounded by soft tissues.

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    Neck Anatomy

    Connects the head to the thorax and supports various organs.

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    Hard and Soft Palates

    Separate the oral cavity from the nasal cavities.

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    Neck Compartments

    The neck has four major compartments: vertebral, visceral, and two vascular.

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    Vertebral Compartment

    Contains cervical vertebrae and associated postural muscles.

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    Visceral Compartment

    Houses glands like thyroid and parathyroid, plus parts of digestive and respiratory tracts.

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    Vascular Compartments

    Two compartments that contain major blood vessels and the vagus nerve.

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    Larynx

    Upper part of the lower airway, connects to the trachea and hyoid bone.

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    Vocal Folds

    Two lateral structures in the larynx that help adjust the dimensions of its channel.

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    Pharynx

    A chamber shaped like a half-cylinder, connecting nasal and oral cavities to the esophagus.

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    Pharynx Divisions

    Comprises nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx, each after respective cavities.

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    Study Notes

    Head and Neck Anatomy

    • The head and neck are complex anatomical areas
    • The head is made up of compartments formed by bone and soft tissue.
    • Compartments include:
      • Cranial cavity: Largest compartment, houses the brain and meninges
      • Two ears: Located within the floor of the cranial cavity
      • Two orbits: Cone-shaped chambers, contain the eyes
      • Two nasal cavities: Upper part of respiratory tract
      • Oral cavity: Inferior to the nasal cavities
    • The nasal cavities (nostrils) open anteriorly and have posterior openings (posterior nasal apertures).
    • These are air-filled extensions (paranasal sinuses) and project into the surrounding bones, and the maxillary sinuses.
    • The face is the anterior aspect, contains muscles that move the skin
    • The scalp covers the superior, posterior, and lateral regions of the head.
    • The neck extends from the head to the shoulders.
      • Its superior boundary is the mandible and bone features on the posterior skull
      • The posterior neck is higher than the anterior neck, connecting the cervical viscera, with openings to the nasal and oral cavities.
      • The inferior boundary of the neck runs from the sternum and clavicle, to the acromion.
      • The inferior limit of the neck is less defined posteriorly, but is approximated along the line between the acromion and spinous process vertebra CVII.

    Neck Compartments

    • The neck has four primary compartments enclosed by a musculofascial collar.
      • Vertebral compartment: Houses cervical vertebrae and associated postural muscles.
      • Visceral compartment: Holds glands such as the thyroid, parathyroid, and thymus, and portions of the respiratory and digestive tracts.
      • Two vascular compartments: Each side houses major blood vessels and the vagus nerve
    • Larynx and Pharynx: Specialized structures related to the digestive and respiratory systems.
      • Larynx: Upper part of the lower airway, connected to the trachea and hyoid bone.
        • Multiple cartilages form the larynx's framework with a hollow channel whose size adjusts via surrounding soft tissue.
        • Two vocal folds project towards each other inside the laryngeal cavity
      • Pharynx: Funnel-shaped chamber, open to the nasal cavities, oral cavity, and larynx. Openings to the esophagus below.
        • Three parts: nasopharynx (behind nasal cavities), oropharynx (behind oral cavity), laryngopharynx (behind larynx).

    Head and Neck Functions

    • Protection: Protects upper parts of the respiratory and digestive tracts.
    • Communication: Facilitates communication through vocalization.
    • Positioning: Positions the head.
    • Connects: Connects the upper and lower respiratory and digestive tracts.

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    Test your knowledge on the complex anatomy of the head and neck. This quiz covers various compartments such as the cranial cavity, nasal cavities, and the structure of the face and neck. Perfect for students studying human anatomy.

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