5 Questions
Which muscle is found in the superficial fascia of the neck?
Platysma
Which muscle is not found in the superficial fascia of the neck?
Scalene
What is the innervation of the platysma muscle?
Facial nerve
Which muscle covers the anterior surface of the cervical vertebrae?
Pre vertebral fascia
Which muscle extends from the corner of the mouth to the sternum and clavicle?
Platysma
Study Notes
Neck Muscles
- The platysma muscle is found in the superficial fascia of the neck.
- The sternocleidomastoid muscle is not found in the superficial fascia of the neck.
- The platysma muscle is innervated by the cervical branch of the facial nerve.
- The longus colli muscle covers the anterior surface of the cervical vertebrae.
- The platysma muscle extends from the corner of the mouth to the sternum and clavicle.
Test your knowledge of the muscles of the neck with this quiz! Discover the muscles found in each plane of the cervical fascia, learn about their actions and innervation, and explore the different layers of muscles. Join Dr. Morton, the noted anatomist, as he guides you through this informative quiz.
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