Scalp Anatomy Quiz

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Which layer of the scalp contains the vessels and nerves, and is rich in fat and fibrous septa?

  • Connective tissue (correct)
  • Loose areolar tissue
  • Skin
  • Epicranial aponeurosis

Which tendon connects the frontal and occipital bellies of the occipitofrontalis muscle?

  • Loose areolar tissue
  • Pericranium
  • Epicranial aponeurosis (correct)
  • Connective tissue

Which nerve supplies the area anterior to the auricle?

  • Supraorbital nerve (correct)
  • Supratrochlear nerve
  • Greater occipital nerve
  • Zygomaticotemporal nerve

Which region does the scalp cover?

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What is the periosteum that covers the vault of the skull called?

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

Which nerve supplies the area posterior to the auricle?

<p>Greater occipital nerve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the scalp facilitates movements of the epicranial aponeurosis?

<p>Loose areolar tissue (sub-aponeurotic layer) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve supplies the forehead area superior to the eye brows?

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

Which structure is attached to the occipital bellies, external occipital protuberance, and highest nuchal lines?

<p>Epicranial aponeurosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the scalp is formed of dense fibrous connective tissue and contains the vessels and nerves of the scalp?

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

Flashcards

Scalp: Connective Tissue Layer

This layer of the scalp is rich in fat and fibrous septa, containing the vessels and nerves that supply the scalp.

Epicranial Aponeurosis

A tough, fibrous sheet that connects the frontal and occipital muscles of the scalp, allowing for movement of the scalp skin.

Which nerve services the forehead above the eyebrows?

The Supraorbital nerve.

What supplies the region before the ear?

The Supraorbital nerve.

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What connects the scalp muscle to the skull?

The Epicranial aponeurosis.

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Scalp Region

The scalp covers the vault of the skull, which is the upper part of the skull.

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What is the skull periosteum?

The Pericranium.

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What Supplies the Scalp Behind the Ear?

The Greater Occipital Nerve.

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What Layer Allows Scalp Movement?

The Loose Areolar Tissue, also known as the sub-aponeurotic layer.

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What Is Attached to These Structures?

The Epicranial aponeurosis is attached to the occipital bellies, the external occipital protuberance, and the highest nuchal lines.

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Study Notes

Layers of the Scalp

  • The subaponeurotic layer contains vessels and nerves, and is rich in fat and fibrous septa.
  • The deepest layer of the scalp is formed of dense fibrous connective tissue and contains the vessels and nerves of the scalp.

Muscles and Tendons

  • The epicranial aponeurosis is connected to the frontal and occipital bellies of the occipitofrontalis muscle by the occipital tendon.

Nerve Supply

  • The area anterior to the auricle is supplied by the auriculotemporal nerve.
  • The area posterior to the auricle is supplied by the lesser occipital nerve.
  • The forehead area superior to the eyebrows is supplied by the supratrochlear and supraorbital nerves.

Bony Landmarks

  • The periosteum that covers the vault of the skull is called the pericranium.
  • The occipital bellies are attached to the external occipital protuberance and highest nuchal lines.

Scalp Coverage

  • The scalp covers the region of the skull.

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