Head and Neck Quiz 3
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Which nerve is sometimes called the Amelita Galli-Curci nerve?

  • Middle thyroid vein
  • Inferior thyroid vein
  • External branch of the superior laryngeal nerve (correct)
  • Superior thyroid vein

    • Which nerve controls the pitch of voice?

  • Superior thyroid vein
  • Recurrent laryngeal nerve (correct)
  • Middle thyroid vein
  • Inferior thyroid vein

    • Which nerve is found just at the back of the thyroid gland and tracheal groove?

  • Recurrent laryngeal nerve (correct)
  • Middle thyroid vein
  • Superior thyroid vein
  • Inferior thyroid vein

    • Which veins should be taken into consideration during thyroidectomy?

    <p>Superior thyroid vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the Recurrent laryngeal nerve is lost?

    <p>Hoarseness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the External branch of the superior laryngeal nerve?

    <p>Innervates the cricothyroid muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the parathyroid glands located?

    <p>Behind the thyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many parathyroid glands are there?

    <p>Four parathyroid glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone do the parathyroid glands secrete?

    <p>Parathyroid hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Recurrent laryngeal nerve?

    <p>Control of voice box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During thyroidectomy, why is it important to preserve at least one or two PT glands?

    <p>To prevent hypocalcemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the functions of the vagus nerve?

    <p>Digestion, heart rate, and respiratory rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the carotid artery is damaged or cut during thyroidectomy?

    <p>Reduced blood flow to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures are contained within the carotid sheath?

    <p>Carotid artery, jugular vein, and vagus nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if the cervical trachea is damaged, cut, or perforated during surgery?

    <p>Leakage of air into the neck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the esophagus?

    <p>Allowing food to pass into the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing lymph nodes during thyroidectomy?

    <p>To remove cancer cells that may have spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of lymph nodes is in front of the sternocleidomastoid muscle and above the hyoid bone?

    <p>Level 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if lymph nodes in the neck are affected by cancer?

    <p>Cancer cells can spread through the lymphatic system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the lymphatic system?

    <p>Filtration and immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are located superficial to the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

    <p>Superficial lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a tracheostomy procedure?

    <p>To allow a patient to breathe in the presence of an upper airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the incision placed during a tracheostomy procedure?

    <p>Midway between the cricoid cartilage and the suprasternal notch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal direction of air during inhalation?

    <p>Nose → larynx → trachea → lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an emergency tracheostomy?

    <p>To bypass an airway obstruction and allow the patient to breathe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the tracheostomy tube usually placed in relation to the thyroid and cricoid cartilages?

    <p>Between the 2nd and 3rd tracheal rings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Heimlich maneuver?

    <p>To dislodge a foreign body obstruction in the airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the structures located before the trachea (from most superficial)?

    <p>Skin → Platysma → Strap muscles (left and right) → Thyroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of giving back blows during an upper airway obstruction?

    <p>To dislodge a foreign body obstruction in the airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is it called when there is leakage of air into the neck?

    <p>Subcutaneous emphysema</p> Signup and view all the answers

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