chapter 28 quiz questions

The mastoid process is located approximately

1" posterior to the external opening of the ear.

Which of the following findings would be less suggestive of a head injury

Briskly constricting pupils were exposed to light

Bleeding from soft tissue injuries to the face is most effectively controlled by

Direct pressure using dry, sterile dressing

The cricoid cartilage

Is the only complete circular cartilage of the trachea

When transporting a patient with a facial injury it is most important to be as descriptive as possible with the hospital regarding the patient injury because

They might need to call a specialist to see the patient

The small rounded flashy bulge immediately anterior to the ear canal is called

Tragus

what is the function of the sternocleidomastoid muscle

allows movement of the head

The term "hyphema" is defined as

blood in the anterior chamber of the eye

The inner surface of the eyelids and expose surface of the eye itself are covered by a delicate membrane called the

conjuctiva

The eyeball itself is referred to as the

globe

The skin and underlying tissues of the face

have a rich blood supply and bleed profusely.

When a light is shone into the pupil:

it should become smaller in size.

The superficial temporal artery can be palpated

just anterior to the tragus.

The conjunctiva are kept moist by fluid produced by the:

lacrimal gland

The lower jaw bone is called

mandible

The upper jawbones are called the.

maxillae

Facial injuries should be identified and treated as soon as possible because:

of the risk for airway problems.

The white portion of the eye is called the

sclera

Frequent reassessment of the patient with the face or neck injuries are most important because

such injuries can affect the respiratory system.

The Adam's apple is:

the upper part of the larynx that is formed by the thyroid cartilage.