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What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?

  • Pleural cavity
  • Diaphragm (correct)
  • Pericardial cavity
  • Mediastinum

Which of the following structures is located within the mediastinum?

  • Heart (correct)
  • Urinary bladder
  • Spleen
  • Lungs

Which organs are found in the abdominal cavity?

  • Liver and stomach (correct)
  • Reproductive organs
  • Urinary bladder
  • Heart and lungs

The pelvic cavity houses which of the following?

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What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?

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Which part of the autonomic nervous system is primarily active during stress?

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How many neurons are involved in the conduction of impulses in visceral nerve pathways?

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What term describes the junction between neurons?

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Which neurotransmitter is typically used in the sympathetic nervous system?

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What is the typical body state associated with the parasympathetic nervous system?

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Where do the preganglionic and postganglionic neurons synapse?

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Which part of the autonomic nervous system helps in conserving energy?

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What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?

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Which organ system is responsible for producing oocytes and supporting embryo development?

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What is the role of the kidneys in the urinary system?

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Which structure is part of the central nervous system?

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What is one of the functions of the respiratory system?

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What is the function of endocrine glands?

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What is a major organ of the digestive system?

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Which function is performed by the integumentary system?

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What is the primary responsibility of the somatic division of the nervous system?

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Which component is NOT part of the urinary system?

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Which fibers enter the spinal cord through the posterior roots of spinal nerves?

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What is the primary function of preganglionic fibers in the sympathetic system?

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In which spinal nerve regions do sympathetic nerve roots emerge?

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Which of the following ganglia is considered a prevertebral ganglion?

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What happens to sympathetic fibers after they enter the sympathetic chain?

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Which cranial nerves are primarily associated with the parasympathetic nerve roots?

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What is a unique feature of postganglionic fibers in the sympathetic system?

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Which of the following statements about the visceral sensory fibers is true?

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Where are the cell bodies of the parasympathetic nervous system located?

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Which cranial nerve is NOT involved in the cranial outflow of the parasympathetic nervous system?

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What is the main target of the postganglionic fibers in the parasympathetic system?

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What describes the nature of visceral sensory fibers in the autonomic nervous system?

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In the sacral outflow, where do the preganglionic fibers synapse?

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Which of the following organs is NOT innervated by the parasympathetic nervous system?

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Which cranial nerve has the broadest effect on parasympathetic innervation?

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Which part of the body does NOT receive innervation from the sacral outflow of the parasympathetic nervous system?

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What components make up the enteric innervation within the walls of the gastrointestinal tract?

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Which symptom is NOT associated with Horner syndrome?

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What is the primary function of lymph nodes in the lymphatic system?

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The major thoracic duct drains lymph from which of the following areas?

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What is true about the enteric nervous system compared to the spinal cord?

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Lymphatic capillaries begin as which type of structure in body tissues?

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Which organ is NOT a part of the major lymphatic body system?

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What is a characteristic of lymphatic vessels?

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What structure is responsible for the general sensation of the nose?

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Which part of the palate is formed by multiple muscles and includes the uvula?

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What type of innervation does the pterygopalatine ganglion provide?

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Which section of the pharynx acts as a conduit for both digestive and respiratory functions?

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What is the primary structural composition of the hard palate?

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What is the major function of the respiratory system?

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Which part of the respiratory system is primarily involved in the actual gas exchange process?

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What structures comprise the conducting zone of the respiratory system?

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The nose's medial wall is primarily made up of which structure?

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What is one of the functions of the paranasal sinuses?

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Which respiratory muscles are primarily responsible for the mechanics of breathing?

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Which part of the respiratory system is classified as part of the upper respiratory tract?

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What structure is NOT part of the lower respiratory tract?

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What is the primary action of the inferior constrictor of the pharynx?

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Which nerve innervates the longitudinal muscles of the pharynx?

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What is the sensory innervation for the oropharynx?

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Which artery is NOT involved in the vascularization of the pharynx?

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What is considered the afferent limb of the gag reflex?

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Where are the pharyngeal tonsils located?

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Which of the following pharyngeal muscles elevates both the pharynx and larynx?

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What describes the structural position of the Eustachian tube in children compared to adults?

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Flashcards

Thoracic Cavity

The body cavity located in the chest area, containing the lungs, heart, and other organs.

Abdominopelvic Cavity

The body cavity located below the diaphragm, divided into abdominal and pelvic regions, containing organs like the stomach and intestines.

Cranial Cavity

The body cavity that protects the brain.

Pleural Cavities

The two cavities surrounding the lungs, within the thoracic cavity.

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Mediastinum

The central area of the thoracic cavity, containing the heart and great vessels.

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Autonomic Nervous System

Controls involuntary bodily functions, like heart rate and digestion.

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Visceral functions

Functions of internal organs (e.g., digestion, heart rate).

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Sympathetic Nervous System

Active during stress, prepares the body for 'fight or flight'.

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Parasympathetic Nervous System

Active during rest, promotes 'rest and digest'.

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Preganglionic neuron

First neuron in a two-neuron pathway of the ANS.

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Postganglionic neuron

Second neuron in a two-neuron pathway of the ANS.

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Autonomic Ganglion

A cluster of nerve cell bodies outside the CNS where pre/postganglionic neurons synapse for ANS.

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Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses in the ANS.

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Cardiovascular System Function

Distributes blood cells, water, and dissolved materials (nutrients, waste, oxygen, CO2); distributes heat, controls body temperature.

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Respiratory System Function

Delivers air for gas exchange, providing oxygen to bloodstream and removing CO2. Produces sounds.

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Cardiovascular System Organs

Heart, blood, blood vessels, (arteries, veins, capillaries).

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Respiratory System Organs

Nasal cavities, sinuses, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs

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Digestive System Function

Processes and digests food, absorbs and conserves water, absorbs nutrients, stores energy reserves.

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Digestive System Organs

Gastrointestinal tract (teeth, tongue, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small & large intestines); gastrointestinal glands (liver, gallbladder, pancreas).

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Reproductive System (Male) Function

Sperm production, hormone production and nutrient creation.

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Reproductive System (Female) Function

Oocyte production, hormone production, embryo support, and milk production.

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Urinary System Function

Excretes wastes, controls water balance, stores urine, regulates blood ions & pH.

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Endocrine System Function

Controls long-term changes, adjusts metabolic activity and energy use, directs development.

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Visceral Sensory Fibers

Sensory fibers that carry information from internal organs to the CNS.

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Sympathetic Nerve Roots

Nerve roots that carry sympathetic signals, originating in the thoracolumbar regions (T1-L2).

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Preganglionic Fibers

Fibers in the autonomic nervous system that travel from the CNS to a ganglion.

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Postganglionic Fibers

Autonomic fibers originating in a ganglion, traveling to the target organs to affect change.

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Collateral Ganglia

Ganglia outside the sympathetic chain, receiving preganglionic fibers and directing postganglionic signals to target organs.

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Parasympathetic Nerve Roots

Nerve roots associated with cranial nerves and spinal nerves S2-S4 and involved in the rest-and-digest response.

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Paravertebral Ganglia

Ganglia that are located along the spinal cord.

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Splanchnic Nerves

Nerves that carry preganglionic sympathetic fibers to collateral ganglia.

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Enteric System

The complex network of nerves within the gastrointestinal tract that controls its functions autonomously.

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Myenteric Plexus

A network of nerves within the muscular layer of the gut wall.

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Horner Syndrome

A neurological disorder caused by interruption of sympathetic nerves, resulting in specific symptoms.

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Lymphatic System

Body's defense system that returns fluids from the tissues to the blood. Includes vessels, lymph nodes and organs.

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Lymphatic Capillaries

Small, blind-ended vessels that collect fluid from tissues.

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Lymph Nodes

Small, filtered structures that interrupt vessels, containing immune cells.

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Major Thoracic Duct

Large lymphatic vessel that drains lymph from the left side of the body.

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Lymphatic Vessel

Part of a complex network carrying lymph from tissues to veins.

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Parasympathetic System (PSNS) location

The cell bodies of the PSNS are in the brainstem and S2-S4 spinal cord segments

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PSNS cranial outflow

Preganglionic fibers exit the brainstem within cranial nerves (III, VII, IX, X) and synapse in ganglia near target organs.

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PSNS sacral outflow

Preganglionic fibers exit the spinal cord (S2-S4) and synapse in ganglia near target organs.

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PSNS target organs

The PSNS innervates organs including salivary glands, eyes, thoracic and abdominal viscera, and pelvic organs.

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PSNS ganglia location

Located near target organs in the abdomen or on/in the walls of target organs in the sacral outflow.

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Visceral sensory fibers (PSNS)

Relay information about the status of normal physiological processes and reflex activities to the CNS.

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PSNS vs. Sympathetic

PSNS is active during rest and promotes rest and digest; sympathetic is active during stress and promotes fight-or-flight.

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PSNS function implication

The parasympathetic nervous system plays a significant role in regulating visceral functions, such as digestion, heart rate, and glandular secretion.

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Respiratory System Major Function

Gas exchange (oxygen supply and carbon dioxide disposal)

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Respiratory System Other Functions

Air warming, phonation (sound production), immunological, and endocrine functions

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Conducting Zone

Rigid tubes for air travel to gas exchange sites in respiratory system.

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Conducting Zone Organs

Nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, trachea, and bronchi.

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Respiratory Zone

Location of gas exchange in the lungs.

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Respiratory Zone Organs

Bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli.

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Respiratory Muscles

Diaphragm and other muscles enabling breathing.

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Upper Respiratory Tract

Nose, mouth, pharynx, and paranasal sinuses.

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Lower Respiratory Tract

Larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

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The Nose-Structure

Pyramid-shaped structure with lateral walls, floor, base, and nasal septum

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Paranasal Sinuses

Air-filled chambers in skull bones connected to nasal cavities, lightening and possibly affecting sound.

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Nose Mucosa

The lining of the nose, richly vascularized.

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Nose Vascularization

Veins in the nose run parallel to the arteries.

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Nose Innervation (Olfaction)

Olfactory nerve (I) handles smell.

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Nose Innervation (General Sensation)

Nerves V1 and V2 provide general sensation.

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Nose Innervation (Parasympathetic)

Pterygopalatine ganglion (VII) handles parasympathetic.

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Nose Innervation (Sympathetic)

Superior cervical ganglion (T1) is involved.

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Pharynx Function

Fibromuscular tube guiding food and air.

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Pharynx Regions

Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, Laryngopharynx are the parts.

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Pharynx & Swallowing/Breathing

Structure's arrangement changes in eating and breathing.

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Hard Palate

Front 2/3 of the palate, made of maxillae and palatine bones.

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Soft Palate

Back 1/3 of palate, made of 5 muscles; contains uvula

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Soft Palate's Role in Swallowing & Breathing

Blocks nasopharynx during swallowing; opens during breathing

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Pharynx constrictor muscles

Three muscles (superior, middle, inferior) that surround the pharynx and contract to constrict it during swallowing.

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Superior constrictor of pharynx

Pharynx muscle that originates from pharyngeal raphe and inserts to pterygopalatine raphe. It constricts the pharynx to move food along.

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Middle constrictor of pharynx

Pharynx muscle, origin: pharyngeal raphe, insertion: stylohyoid raphe. It constricts the pharynx.

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Inferior constrictor of pharynx

Pharynx muscle originating from pharyngeal raphe and inserting at oblique line of thyroid cartilage, constricting during swallowing.

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Longitudinal muscles of pharynx

Stylopharyngeus, salpingopharyngeus, and palatopharyngeus muscles that elevate the pharynx and larynx.

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Stylopharyngeus muscle

Pharynx muscle that elevates the pharynx and larynx, innervated by the glossopharyngeal nerve.

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Salpingopharyngeus muscle

Pharyngeal muscle that elevates the pharynx and larynx, innervated by the vagus nerve.

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Palatopharyngeus muscle

Pharynx muscle that elevates the pharynx and larynx, innervated by the vagus nerve.

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Pharynx vascularization

The blood supply to the pharynx, primarily from the ascending pharyngeal artery, facial artery, and branches of the maxillary and lingual arteries.

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Pharynx innervation (motor)

The motor innervation of the pharynx is primarily provided by the vagus nerve (X).

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Pharynx innervation (sensory)

Different parts of the pharynx have different sensory innervation: nasopharynx (V2), oropharynx (IX), and laryngopharynx (X).

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Gag reflex

An involuntary reflex that protects the pharynx and airways during swallowing.

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Tonsils

Lymph tissue collections in the pharynx that contain immune cells and protect against pathogens.

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Nasopharynx

The upper part of the pharynx, located behind the nasal cavity.

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Oropharynx

The middle part of the pharynx, located between the soft palate and the epiglottis.

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Laryngopharynx

The lower part of the pharynx, located below the epiglottis.

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Adenoids

Enlarged pharyngeal tonsils.

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Eustachian tube

Connects the nasopharynx to the middle ear.

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Study Notes

Respiratory System Overview

  • The respiratory system's major function is gas exchange (oxygen supply and carbon dioxide disposal).
  • Other functions include air warming, phonation, some immunological function, and some endocrine functions.
  • The conducting zone carries air to the gas exchange sites. It includes the nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, trachea, and bronchi.
  • The respiratory zone is the site of gas exchange, consisting of bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli.
  • Respiratory muscles, such as the diaphragm, are involved in breathing.

Upper Respiratory Tract

  • The upper respiratory tract includes the nasal cavity, pharynx, and associated structures.

Lower Respiratory Tract

  • The lower respiratory tract includes the trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

The Nose

  • The nose has a pyramid shape with a lateral wall, floor, base, and nasal septum.
  • The external nose consists of nasal bones and cartilage.
  • The internal nose features the ethmoid bone, nasal bones, inferior nasal conchae, and maxillary bone. The floor is composed of the maxillary and palatine bones.
  • The paranasal sinuses are air-filled chambers connected to the nasal cavities, lightening the skull bones and playing a role in phonation and air warming. Key sinuses include the frontal, ethmoidal, sphenoid, and maxillary sinuses.
  • The nose has rich vascularization, supplied by the splenopalatine artery and branches of the facial artery.
  • The nose is innervated by the olfactory nerve (I) for smell and the trigeminal nerve (V) for general sensation. Parasympathetic innervation is via cranial nerve VII, and sympathetic via cranial nerve I.

Nasal Cavity

  • The nasal cavity has regions including the olfactory region, nasopharynx, and respiratory region. Specific elements include the frontal sinus, superior nasal concha, middle nasal concha, nasal cavity, inferior nasal concha, vestibule, hard palate, and oral cavity as well as the olfactory bulb and sphenoid sinus.

The Pharynx

  • The pharynx is a fibromuscular tube acting as a conduit for the digestive and respiratory systems.
  • Parts of the pharynx include the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.
  • During swallowing, the soft palate and epiglottis change position to prevent food from entering the airway.
  • The pharynx has a bony substrate including parts of the skull base, sphenoid, temporal, and hyoid bones. Important ligaments include the pterygopalatine raphe, stylohyoid ligament, oblique line, and pharyngeal raphe.
  • It possesses four pairs of muscles that are involved in constricting the pharynx.
    • The superior constrictor.
    • The middle constrictor.
    • The inferior constrictor.
  • The pharynx is innervated by the vagus nerve (X). Other sensory branches include the trigeminal (V2), glossopharyngeal (IX) and vagus nerve (X).

The Palate

  • The palate has two parts: a hard anterior section and a soft posterior section.
  • The hard palate is formed by the palatine processes of the maxillary and palatine bones.
  • The soft palate is composed of muscles and the uvula.

Tonsils

  • The tonsils are collections of lymphoid tissue serving a defensive function against pathogens.
  • These elements include the pharyngeal tonsils or adenoids.
  • The palatine tonsils are located on the lateral walls of the oropharynx.
  • The lingual tonsils are at the base of the tongue.

Eustachian Tube

  • The Eustachian tube links the middle ear cavity to the nasopharynx.
  • It plays a key role in equalizing pressure between the middle ear and the external environment, particularly important for children and in altitude changes.

Clinical Applications

  • The material describes several instances of endoscopic surgery on the nose as well as implications arising from the anatomy of nasal passages (nosebleed complications; adenoids).
  • There are various clinical implications related to lymph nodes such as Horner's syndrome, and lymphodema.

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