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.