SCID 243 - Quiz 5 - Nasal Cavity
SCID 243 - Quiz 5 - Nasal Cavity explores key anatomical features within the nasal cavity, focusing on structures like the maxillary sinus, pharyngeal tonsils, and nasolacrimal duct. This quiz assesses understanding of nasal anatomy, crucial for medical students and professionals.
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Irrigation of the maxillary sinus through its opening is a supportive measure to accelerate the resolution of a maxillary sinus infection. Which of the following nasal spaces is the most likely approach to the sinus opening?
- A.
Choana
- B.
Inferior meatus
- C.
Middle meatus
- D.
Sphenoethmoidal recess
- E.
Superior meatus
Correct Answer
C. Middle meatusExplanation
The middle meatus contains the semilunar hiatus, which receives drainage from the maxillary sinus, the frontonasal duct (draining the frontal sinus), and the anterior ethmoidal air cells.Rate this question:
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Which one do you like?
- A.
Option 1
- B.
Option 2
- C.
Option 3
- D.
Option 4
Correct Answer
A. Option 1Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer, Option 1, cannot be provided as the question does not provide any context or criteria for liking one option over the others.Rate this question:
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The pharyngeal tonsils, or adenoids, may become inflamed and in serious cases need to be removed. Where would the physician search for them?
- A.
In the tonsillar fossa
- B.
In the pharyngeal recess
- C.
In the piriform recess
- D.
In the roof of the nasopharynx
- E.
Upon the dorsal surface of the tongue
Correct Answer
D. In the roof of the nasopharynxExplanation
The pharyngeal tonsil is located on the roof of the nasopharynx.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The middle nasal concha is part of what bone?
- A.
Ethmoid bone
- B.
Maxilla
- C.
Palatine bone
- D.
Sphenoid bone
- E.
Vomer
Correct Answer
A. Ethmoid boneExplanation
The superior and middle nasal conchae are part of the ethmoid bone.Rate this question:
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The nasolacrimal duct empties into which part of the nasal cavity?
- A.
Hiatus semilunaris
- B.
Inferior meatus
- C.
Middle meatus
- D.
Sphenoethmoidal recess
Correct Answer
B. Inferior meatusExplanation
The inferior meatus receives the nasolacrimal duct which conducts tears from the orbit. The semilunar hiatus is found in the middle meatus--it receives drainage from the frontonasal duct (draining the frontal sinus), the anterior ethmoidal air cells, and the maxillary sinus. The sphenoethmoid recess is the opening for the sphenoethmoidal sinus.Rate this question:
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Which one do you like?
- A.
Option 1
- B.
Option 2
- C.
Option 3
- D.
Option 4
Correct Answer
A. Option 1 -
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