Head and Neck Tank Bank
All of the following are branches of the cervical plexus EXCEPT the: A. Ansa subclavia B. Ansa cervicalis C. Lesser occipital nerve D. Supraclavicular nerve E. Transverse cervical nerve
A
All of the following are tributaries of the facial vein EXCEPT the: A. Posterior auricular vein B. Submental vein C. Inferior labial vein D. Angular vein E. Superior labial vein
A
Because of its complex embryonic origin, the tympanic membrane is supplied by several nerves. All of the following nerves innervate the tympanic membrane EXCEPT the: A. Second cervical B. Mandibular division of the trigeminal C. Facial D. Glossopharyngeal E. Vagus
A
Before attempting to extract a lower molar tooth, a dentist injects procaine into the area where the sensory nerve to the tooth enters its bony canal. The target nerve in this procedure is the: A. Inferior alveolar B. Lingual C. Chorda tympani D. Buccal branch of the trigeminal E. Superior alveolar
A
In a normal individual, the air which enters the mastoid air cells would arrive by what route? A. Nasopharynx, torus tubarius, auditory tube, tympanic cavity, aditus ad antrum B. Vestibule, hiatus semilunaris, auditory tube, tympanic cavity, aditus ad antrum C. Torus tubarius, nasopharynx, aditus ad antrum, auditory tube, tympanic cavity D. Nasopharynx, auditory tube, torus tubarius, aditus ad antrum, tympanic cavity E. Oropharynx, torus tubarius, auditory tube, tympanic cavity, aditus ad antrum
A
In cases of oral cancer caused by smokeless tobacco, which lymph nodes are the first to show metastatic infiltration? A. Submental B. Buccal C. Superior deep cervical D. Jugulodigastric E. Anterior jugular
A
In the orbit: A. The ophthalmic artery emerges from the optic canal B. The superior ophthalmic vein connects the angular vein to the cavernous sinus C. The superior ophthalmic vein passes through the common ring tendon D. The ophthalmic artery is a branch of the middle meningeal artery E. The ophthalmic artery is the only artery in the orbit
A
On the internal surface of the nasopharynx: A. The torus tubarius surrounds the opening of the auditory tube B. The mucosa is innervated entirely by branches of the facial nerve C. The palatine tonsil lies beneath the mucous membrane D. The mucous membrane passes though the openings of the cribriform plate E.. The mucous membrane covers the inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle
A
Preganglionic parasympathetic fibers that synapse in the submandibular ganglion are contained within the: A. Chorda tympani and lingual nerve B. Hypoglossal nerve C. Chorda tympani and glossopharyngeal nerve D. Chorda tympani and inferior alveolar nerve E. Vagus nerve
A
The cricoid cartilage of the larynx: A. Articulates with the arytenoid cartilages through synovial joints B. Has the quadrangular membrane attached to its superior surface C. Articulates with the superior horn of the thyroid cartilage D. Is the attachment site for the vocal ligaments E. Is the origin of the middle pharyngeal constrictor muscle
A
The frontal lobes of the brain are: A. Located superior to the roof of the orbit B. In contact with the tentorium cerebelli C. The most superior part of the brain in the anatomical position D. The only lobes of the brain that have sulci and giri E. Frequently damaged by infections of the frontal sinus
A
The inferior belly of the omohyoid muscle takes origin from the: A. Scapula B. First rib C. Coracoid process D. Clavicle E. Coronoid process
A
The lamina papyracea is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
A
The largest type of papillae found on the tongue are the: A. Vallate B. Conical C. Foliate D. Fungiform E. Filiform
A
The lingual artery: A. Courses medial to the hyoglossus muscle to enter the tongue B. Always arises as a common trunk with the facial artery C. Provides branches to the submandibular gland D. Carries postganglionic parasympathetic axons into the tongue E. Has no named branches within the tongue
A
The mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve: A. Has a motor root that supplies the muscles of mastication B. Has afferent nerve cell bodies located in the geniculate ganglion C. Has autonomic axons accompanying its inferior alveolar branch D. Supplies the skin of the forehead as well as the skin of the temporal region E. Emerges from the skull by passing through the masseter muscle
A
The masseter muscle: A. Is an agonist of the medial pterygoid muscle B. Takes origin from the angle of the mandible C. Is one of only a few muscles whose nerve enters its superficial surface D. Is crossed on its deep surface by the duct of the parotid gland E. Is innervated by the buccal branch of the facial nerve
A
The nasopharynx: A. Is bounded superiorly by the basilar part of the occipital bone B. Extends anteriorly to the palatoglossal arch C. Contains the aryepiglottic and glossoepiglottic folds D. Receives its blood supply from branches of the internal carotid artery E. Extends inferiorly to the level of the epiglottis
A
The orifice of the nasolacrimal duct drains tears into the: A. Inferior meatus B. Middle meatus C. Superior meatus D. Sphenoethmoidal recess E. Nasopharynx
A
The paranasal sinuses: A. Normally develop in the frontal, ethmoid, maxillary and sphenoid bones B. All drain into the inferior and middle nasal meatuses C. Are well developed at the time of birth D. Are each drained by a duct that passes through its floor E. Are normally filled with fluid
A
The recurrent laryngeal nerve can be sacrificed without affecting the function of which muscle? A. Cricothyroid B. Thyroarytenoid C. Aryepiglotticus D. Arytenoideus E. Posterior cricoarytenoid
A
The root of the neck is: A. Where the roots of the brachial plexus are located B. The region of transition from head to neck C. Where the axillary artery branches off of the aortic arch D. A good place to find the origin of the thoracoacromial trunk E. Where the phrenic nerve crosses the anterior surface of the middle scalene muscle
A
The stapedius muscle: A. Takes origin from the inner surface of the pyramidal eminence B. Is innervated by the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve C. Has a tendon that attaches to the tympanic membrane D. Amplifies the vibratory motion of the stapes E. Inserts on the handle of the malleus
A
The stylomastoid foramen is located in the: A. Temporal bone B. Sphenoid bone C. Occipital bone D. Palatine bone E. Parietal bone
A
The temporomandibular joint is: A. Actually two joint cavities separated by an articular disk B. Only a hinge joint C. Innervated by branches of the greater occipital nerve D. A fibrous joint E. Moved only by the masseter and lateral pterygoid muscles
A
The thyroid gland is: A. Usually formed by two lobes which are joined across the midline by the isthmus B. Usually found in the superior mediastinum on the arch of the aorta C. Supplied by the middle thyroid branch of the internal carotid artery D. Normally found posterior to the cricoid cartilage E. The only endocrine gland that does not have a fibrous capsule
A
The tympanic cavity: A. Is lined with a mucous membrane B. Contains the semicircular canals C. Has the fenestra vestibuli in its lateral wall D. Contains the cochlea E. Is entirely insensitive to pain
A
This muscle inserts on the first rib: A. Anterior scalene muscle B. Levator scapulae muscle C. Longissimus capitis muscle D. Longus coli muscle E. Omohyoid muscle F. Posterior scalene muscle G. Semispinalis capitis muscle H. Splenius cervicis muscle
A
This nerve innervates the lateral rectus muscle of the eye: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerveM. Vagus nerve
A
When it contracts, this muscle protrudes the tongue: A. Genioglossus muscle B. Levator veli palatini muscle C. Musculus uvulae D. Mylohyoid muscle E. Salpingopharyngeus muscle F. Styloglossus muscle G. Stylopharyngeus muscle H. Tensor veli palatini muscle I. Thyrohyoid muscle
A
Which of the following is a correct pairing of the extraocular muscle and its motor nerve? A. Inferior oblique muscle/oculomotor nerve B. Superior rectus muscle/abducens nerve C. Medial rectus muscle/trochlear nerve D. Lateral rectus muscle/oculomotor nerve E. Superior oblique muscle/abducens nerve
A
Which of the following is true of the deep cervical fasciae and their specializations? A. They form the boundaries of the retropharyngeal space B. They do not contact the thyroid gland C. The superficial layer of deep cervical fascia surrounds the omohyoid muscle D. The pretracheal layer of cervical fascia surrounds the vertebral column E. The retropharyngeal space stops at the level of the cricoid cartilage of the larynx
A
Which of the following nerves course through the internal acoustic meatus? A. Facial and vestibulocochlear nerves B. Trigeminal and abducens nerves C. Facial and glossopharyngeal nerves D. Abducens and vestibulocochlear nerves E. Trigeminal and glossopharyngeal nerves
A
Which of the following statements about the bones that form the cranial cavity is true? A. The petrous portion of the temporal bone forms part of the floor of the cranial cavity B. The carotid canal is located within the sphenoid bone C. All of the bones that form the cranial cavity are paired D. The divisions of the trigeminal nerve exit the cranial cavity through openings in the temporal bone E. The foramen magnum is an opening in the temporal bone
A
Which of the following statements concerning the orbit and eyelids is correct? A. The periorbita is continuous with the dura mater posteriorly B. The conjunctiva ends at the margin of the cornea C. The levator palpebrae superioris muscle closes the eyelid D. The tarsal glands produce thin, watery tear fluid E. The lacrimal lake is located in the lateral canthus
A
Which of the following structures has at least part of its course through the posterior cervical triangle? A. External jugular vein B. Sternothyroid muscle C. Mylohyoid muscle D. Facial artery E. Anterior jugular vein
A
A blowout fracture of the floor of the orbit could damage which of the following structures? A. Medial rectus muscle B. Infraorbital nerve C. Oculomotor nerve D. Superior ophthalmic artery E. Middle ethmoidal air cells
B
A patient is unable to adduct or elevate the right pupil. Which nerve is damaged on the right side? A. Optic nerve B. Oculomotor nerve C. Trigeminal nerve D. Trochlear nerve E. Abducens nerve
B
All of the following statements regarding the cranial dura mater are true EXCEPT: A. Its outer layer forms the periosteum of the calvaria B. The superior cerebral arteries course between it and the calvaria C. It forms a diaphragm that covers the hypophyseal fossa D. It is continuous with the spinal dura mater E. One of its infoldings is called the falx cerebelli
B
In the middle cranial fossa, the greater petrosal nerve passes: A. Superficial to the geniculate ganglion B. Deep to the trigeminal ganglion C. Lateral to the foramen ovale D. Through the foramen spinosum E. Superior to the dura mater
B
In the root of the neck, the subclavian vein is separated from the subclavian artery by the: A. Brachial plexus B. Anterior scalene muscle C. Longus coli muscle D. Longus capitis muscle E. First rib
B
Infectious materials sometimes pass into the skull through valveless emissary veins. The most direct route for spread of infection from the eyebrow to the cavernous sinuses is by way of the: A. Retromandibular vein B. Superior ophthalmic vein C. Great cerebral vein D. Superior sagittal sinus E. Maxillary vein
B
Nerve cells that supply cutaneous sensation to the eyebrow have their cell bodies located in the: A. Ciliary ganglion B. Semilunar ganglion C. Pterygopalatine ganglion D. Otic ganglion E. Geniculate ganglion
B
Sensory innervation to the skin inferior to the eye is provided mostly by the: A. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve B. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve C. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve D. Zygomatic branch of the facial nerve E. Buccal branch of the facial nerve
B
The anterior and posterior ethmoidal nerves are branches of the: A. Infraorbital nerve B. Nasociliary nerve C. Nasopalatine nerve D. Supraorbital nerve E. Supratrochlear nerve
B
The brain: A. Is completely surrounded by dural venous sinuses B. Is connected to the spinal cord through the brain stem C. Has a brain stem that is in contact with the body of the sphenoid bone D. Has an important endocrine gland that is surrounded by the occipital bone E. Normally lies in contact with the inner surface of the calvaria
B
The carotid triangle: A. Is bounded superiorly by the inferior belly of the omohyoid muscle B. Has a portion of the hypoglossal nerve as one of its contents C. Can be subdivided into the submandibular and submental triangles D. Has the internal carotid artery as its only content E. Is where the superficial temporal artery arises from the external carotid artery
B
The dura mater within the cranial cavity: A. Consists of an external meningeal layer and an inner periosteal layer B. Encloses the dural venous sinuses C. Is entirely without arterial blood vessels D. Is the membrane that creates cerebrospinal fluid E. Is continuous with the spinal arachnoid mater
B
The external jugular vein: A. Is one of the deep veins of the neck B. Collects venous blood from the face and superficial neck C. Crosses the deep surface of the sternocleidomastoid muscle D. Usually is formed anterior to the ear within the parotid gland E. Is accompanied by the vagus nerve throughout its length
B
The fragile lateral wall of the ethmoid air cells is called the: A. Lacrimal bone B. Lamina papyracea C. Nasal septum D. Frontal bone E. Orbital septum
B
The frontal nerve in the orbit: A. Is a branch of the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve B. Occupies the most superior position of all of the orbital contents C. Gives motor branches to the eyeball called long ciliary nerves D. Innervates the maxillary sinus in addition to the eyeball E. Contains preganglionic parasympathetic nerve fibers
B
The galea aponeurotica gapes when cut in the coronal plane because: A. There is pressure within the scalp that must be released B. The occipital and frontalis muscles pull across the cut C. The blood vessels in the scalp bleed profusely D. The temporalis muscles go into spasm E. The vertex of the skull is very prominent
B
The galea aponeurotica is attached to the: A. Crista galli B. Occipitalis muscle C. Internal occipital protuberance D. Mastoid process E. Dura mater
B
The left recurrent laryngeal nerve: A. Branches from the left vagus nerve at the level of the hyoid bone B. Courses superiorly in the tracheoesophageal groove C. Passes posterior to the sympathetic trunk as it enters the root of the neck D. Recurs around the left subclavian artery E. Is a purely sensory nerve to the interior of the larynx
B
The lingual artery: A. Supplies all of the salivary glands B. Gives off a branch that supplies the palatine tonsil C. Is normally a branch of the facial artery D. Passes lateral to the hypoglossal nerve where they cross E. Is the only artery to supply the oral region
B
The lymphatic drainage of the head and neck: A. Drains entirely into the thoracic duct B. Includes submandibular and submental node groups C. Drains entirely by way of the occipital group of nodes D. Is not of clinical interest E. Includes the lumbar lymph trunks
B
The middle meningeal artery enters the cranial cavity by passing through the: A. Foramen rotundum B. Foramen spinosum C. Foramen ovale D. Stylomastoid foramen E. Foramen lacerum
B
The mylohyoid muscle: A. Is attached to the oblique line of the mandible B. Forms the floor of the oral cavity C. Is supplied by the facial nerve D. Lies deep to the hyoglossus muscle E. Covers the mental foramen
B
The nasopharynx: A. Opens posteriorly into the piriform recess B. Has the openings of the auditory tubes in its lateral walls C. Extends inferiorly to the level of the hyoid bone D. Is limited anteriorly by the palatopharyngeal arches E. Is subdivided by the perpendicular plate of the ethmoid bone
B
The parotid duct: A. Carries postganglionic parasympathetic nerve fibers into the gland B. Passes through the buccinator muscle to enter the oral cavity C. Courses deep to both the facial artery and the facial vein D. Drains into the oral cavity lateral to the second mandibular molar E. Is a small delicate structure that is difficult to locate
B
The submandibular ganglion: A. Lies between the mylohyoid and geniohyoid muscles B. Receives preganglionic fibers from the facial nerve C. Is a sympathetic ganglion D. Gives rise to secretomotor fibers that supply the parotid gland E. Is the sensory ganglion for the skin of the submandibular region
B
The supraorbital notch is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
B
The thyroid gland: A. Is the largest exocrine gland in the body B. Receives part of its blood supply from a branch of the thyrocervical trunk C. Has an isthmus that crosses the midline anterior to the sternothyroid muscle D. Is formed from a pharyngeal pouch in the embryo E. Delivers a portion of its secretion directly into the subclavian vein
B
There are ___ semicircular canals in each inner ear. A. Two B. Three C. Four D. Five E. Six
B
This structure surrounds a portion of the internal carotid artery: A. Basilar plexus B. Cavernous sinus C. Confluens of sinuses D. Inferior petrosal sinus E. Inferior sagittal sinus F. Intercavernous sinus G. Occipital sinus H. Sigmoid sinus I. Sphenoparietal sinus J. Superior petrosal sinus K. Superior sagittal sinus
B
When it contracts, this muscle elevates the soft palate: A. Genioglossus muscle B. Levator veli palatini muscle C. Musculus uvulae D. Mylohyoid muscle E. Salpingopharyngeus muscle F. Styloglossus muscle G. Stylopharyngeus muscle H. Tensor veli palatini muscle I. Thyrohyoid muscle
B
Which of the following is a correct statement about branches of the cervical plexus? A. The greater occipital nerve innervates the occipitalis muscle B. The great auricular nerve supplies skin over the mastoid process and auricle C. The suprascapular nerve supplies the skin of the anterior neck D. The supraclavicular nerves innervate the platysma muscle E. The transverse cervical nerve supplies the infrahyoid muscles
B
Which of the following is a true statement about the cochlea? A. The cochlea is innervated by the facial nerve B. The cochlea is filled with endolymph C. The sacculus is part of the cochlea D. It forms the promontory on the posterior wall of the tympanic cavity E. The stapedius muscle inserts on the cochlea
B
Which of the following is not normally a branch, either directly or indirectly, of the lingual artery? A. Sublingual artery B. Submental artery C. Dorsal lingual artery D. Deep lingual artery E. Tonsillar artery
B
Which of the following is the most posterior of the paranasal sinuses? A. Maxillary B. Sphenoid C. Frontal D. Ethmoid E. Cavernous
B
Which of the following muscles lengthens the vocal ligament when it contracts? A. Arytenoideus B. Cricothyroideus C. Vocalis D. Thyroarytenoideus E. Posterior cricoarytenoideus
B
Which of the following nerves carries the sensation of taste? A. Hypoglossal B. Glossopharyngeal C. Accessory D. Inferior alveolar E. Greater palatine
B
Which of the following statements about the nerves of the orbit is correct? A. The trochlear nerve passes through the common ring tendon to enter the orbit B. The nasociliary nerve supplies sensory branches to the eyeball C. The ciliary ganglion is the site of synapse of sympathetic axons D. The trochlear nerve supplies the ciliary ganglion with parasympathetic nerve fibers E. The abducens nerve is completely devoid of any sensory nerve fibers
B
A tumor contained within the capsule of the submandibular gland may lie both superficial and deep to the: A. Anterior belly of the digastric muscle B. Facial vein C. Mylohyoid muscle D. Platysma muscle E. Geniohyoid muscle
C
All of the following structures are located on the medial wall of the tympanic cavity EXCEPT the: A. Tympanic plexus of nerves B. Prominence of the canal for the facial nerve C. Chorda tympani nerve D. Promontory E. Mucous membrane
C
Because of the compact spacing of important structures medial to the tympanic membrane, a safe place to perform a myringotomy (incision of the tympanic membrane) for relief of pressure is: A. At the umbo B. In the pars flaccida C. In the anteroinferior quadrant D. On the manubrium of the malleus E. There is no safe place to incise the tympanic membrane
C
If the recurrent laryngeal nerve were damaged, sensory innervation would be lost to the: A. Entire interior of the larynx B. Glottis C. Infraglottic region of the larynx D. Ventricle of the larynx E. Epiglottis
C
In the larynx, the area between the vestibular fold and the vocal fold is called the: A. Vestibule B. Infraglottic cavity C. Ventricle D. Epiglottis E. Piriform recess
C
In the posterior triangle of the neck: A. The external carotid artery gives off the facial artery B. The vagus nerve is found immediately deep to the skin C. The skin is innervated by branches of the cervical plexus D. There are no superficial veins E. The superior belly of the omohyoid may be found
C
Muscles that are attached to the soft palate include all of the following EXCEPT the: A. Tensor veli palatini B. Levator veli palatini C. Salpingopharyngeus D. Palatoglossus E. Palatopharyngeus
C
Regarding the three cranial fossae: A. Each is completely separated from the others by an infolding of dura mater B. The middle cranial fossa is bounded posteriorly by the lesser wing of the sphenoid C. The cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone is located in the anterior cranial fossa D. The internal acoustic meatus is located in the middle cranial fossa E. No cranial nerve exits the cranial cavity in the anterior cranial fossa
C
Regarding the vestibule of the oral cavity and the oral cavity proper: A. The osteum of the submandibular duct is lateral to the 2nd maxillary molar tooth B. A frenulum attaches the upper lip to the gingiva at the angle of the mouth C. The alveolar arch separates the vestibule from the oral cavity proper D. The sublingual ducts empty on papillae on each side of the frenulum of the tongue E. The sublingual plicae are folds raised by the sublingual veins
C
The bony orbit: A. Has a very strong medial wall B. Has a medial wall oriented at a 90 angle to the medial wall of the contralateral orbit C. Is lined by a loosely attached periosteum called periorbita D. Is filled by the eyeball all the way back to the apex E. Has a anterior and a posterior ethmoidal foramen in the lateral wall
C
The buccinator muscle is innervated by the: A. Buccal branch of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve B. Infraorbital nerve C. Buccal branch of the facial nerve D. Inferior alveolar nerve E. Lingual branch of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve
C
The cerebellum: A. Lies directly inferior to the diaphragma sellae B. Is drained by the superior cerebral veins C. Is the portion of the brain that fills the posterior cranial fossa D. Gives rise to the vagus, hypoglossal and spinal accessory nerves E. Is divided into right and left halves by the falx cerebri
C
The facial nerve: A. Has a cervical branch that is motor to the mylohyoid muscle B. Gives rise to the auriculotemporal nerve C. Innervates the frontalis and occipitalis muscles D. Has a buccal branch that is sensory to the buccal mucosa E. Passes deep to the coronoid process of the mandible
C
The glabella is: A. The junction of the frontal and parietal bones B. Located immediately superior to the mental protuberance C. The smooth eminence on the frontal bone superior to the nasion D. Located superficial to the pterion but deep to the temporalis muscle E. The most superior point on the skull in the anatomical position
C
The lymphatic drainage of the tongue, palatine tonsil and oropharynx: A. Is entirely into the superficial lymph nodes of the submental region B. Is poorly developed in the adult C. Includes channels that drain to the jugulodigastric lymph node D. Enters a channel that courses through the retropharyngeal space E. Is of very little clinical significance
C
The middle cranial fossa: A. Is bounded anteriorly by the petrous ridge of the temporal bone B. Contains the frontal lobe of the brain C. Has an opening for the middle meningeal artery D. Has an opening for the greater palatine nerve E. Is where the olfactory bulbs are found
C
The omohyoid muscle: A. Elevates the hyoid bone and the larynx B. Is attached to the oblique line of the thyroid cartilage C. Is innervated by the ansa cervicalis D. Is attached to the acromion process of the scapula E. Courses deep to the carotid sheath as it crosses the neck
C
The pharyngeal plexus: A. Carries motor innervation from the vagus nerve to the styloglossus muscle B. Is formed by contributions from the vagus and hypoglossal nerves C. Contains sensory, motor and vasomotor components D. Innervates the thyrohyoid and sternothyroid muscles E. Carries innervation from the hypoglossal nerve to the palatopharyngeus muscle
C
The pharyngeal wall: A. Is lined entirely by respiratory epithelium B. Has a pharyngobasilar fascia lining its interior surface C. Is formed by three constrictor muscles D. Is covered externally by a serous membrane E. Is firmly attached to the cervical vertebral bodies
C
The stylohyoid muscle: A. Is innervated by the nerve to the mylohyoid B. Inserts on the lingula of the mandible as well as on the hyoid bone C. Acts to elevate the hyoid bone and larynx D. Is frequently absent, being replaced by the stylohyoid ligament E. Takes origin from the styloid process of the occipital bone
C
The submandibular gland: A. Has a duct that drains into the oral vestibule B. Is located in the submental triangle C. Has the facial artery crossing its deep surface D. Is innervated by the pterygopalatine ganglion E. Has the facial vein crossing its deep surface
C
The superior sagittal sinus: A. Is filled with cerebrospinal fluid B. Is located in the falx cerebelli C. Receives blood from superior cerebral (bridging) veins D. Parallels the course of the sphenoparietal sinus E. Terminates in the sigmoid sinus
C
The trachea: A. Begins at the level of the C3 vertebra B. Lies posterior to the esophagus in the root of the neck C. Is innervated by branches of the recurrent laryngeal nerves D. Is lined by stratified squamous epithelium E. Is attached to the thyroid cartilage by the thyrohyoid ligaments
C
The tympanic membrane: A. Spans the lumen of the internal acoustic meatus B. Has the handle of the incus attached at the umbo C. Faces laterally, inferiorly and anteriorly D. Is covered by tough skin on its inner and outer surfaces E. Is attached to the promontory
C
The tympanic plexus: A. Is located on the lateral surface of the tympanic membrane B. Provides motor innervation to the tensor tympani muscle C. Contains preganglionic parasympathetic input for the otic ganglion D. Is formed entirely by fibers of the vagus nerve E. Is a vascular network on the medial wall of the tympanic cavity
C
The vestibulocochlear nerve: A. Enters the internal acoustic meatus in the middle cranial fossa B. Terminates entirely in the semicircular canals of the inner ear C. Conveys the senses of hearing and balance to the brainstem D. Contributes a branch to the vagus nerve for supply of the laryngeal vestibule E. Contains motor fibers bound for the tensor tympani muscle
C
The vocalis muscle is considered to be the innermost fibers of the: A. Transverse arytenoid muscle B. Cricothyroid muscle C. Thyroarytenoid muscle D. Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle E. Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle
C
When it contracts, this muscle adducts the vocal folds: A. Aryepiglotticus B. Cricothyroid muscle C. Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle D. Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle E. Thyroarytenoid muscle F. Transverse arytenoid muscle
C
When testing the function of the hypoglossal nerve by protruding the tongue, the muscle that is the subject of the test is the: A. Styloglossus B. Hyoglossus C. Genioglossus D. Anterior belly of the digastric E. Geniohyoid
C
Which of the following drains directly into the confluens of sinuses? A. Transverse sinus B. Sigmoid sinus C. Straight sinus D. Great cerebral vein E. Sphenoparietal sinus
C
Which of the following statements is true of the laryngeal cartilages? A. The thyroid cartilage is formed by two laminae that are joined posteriorly B. The cricoid cartilage is a ring with its lamina located anteriorly C. The muscular processes of the arytenoid cartilages project laterally D. The epiglottic cartilage is attached to the hyoid bone by the thyrohyoid membrane E. The cricoid cartilage is the smallest of the laryngeal cartilages
C
Which of the following structures lies posterior to the carotid sheath from the base of the skull to the thorax? A. Internal carotid artery B. Vagus nerve C. Cervical sympathetic trunk D. Internal jugular vein E. Superior ramus of the ansa cervicalis
C
A blow to the side of the head may tear the middle meningeal artery. A torn middle meningeal artery would bleed into the: A. Subarachnoid space B. Subdural space C. Subpial space D. Epidural space E. Cerebrospinal fluid
D
A difficult extraction of the lower third molar tooth could result in an alveolar fracture which would endanger the: A. Hypoglossal nerve B. Parotid duct C. Submandibular duct D. Lingual nerve E. Glossopharyngeal nerve
D
A sensory nerve that supplies the dura mater passes through this opening in company with an important artery of the dura mater: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
D
All of the following are branches of the maxillary artery EXCEPT the: A. Masseteric artery B. Anterior deep temporal artery C. Inferior alveolar artery D. Ascending pharyngeal artery E. Buccal artery
D
All of the following statements about the infratemporal fossa are true EXCEPT: A. It is an irregularly shaped region located posterior to the maxilla B. Its medial boundary is the medial pterygoid plate of the sphenoid bone C. It is limited laterally by the ramus of the mandible D. It communicates with the orbit through the superior orbital fissure E. Its roof is formed by the sphenoid bone
D
All of the following statements about the internal carotid artery are true EXCEPT: A. It is within the petrous portion of the temporal bone for a portion of its length B. It gives rise to the ophthalmic artery in the middle cranial fossa C. It is one of the major arteries for supply of the brain D. It has preganglionic sympathetic axons coursing along its surface E. It runs a sinuous course through the cavernous sinus
D
Destruction of the facial nerve immediately distal to the geniculate ganglion can result in all of the following symptoms on the affected side EXCEPT: A. Hyperacusis (increased sensitivity to sound) B. Inability to blink C. Loss of parasympathetic innervation to the submandibular gland D. Loss of lacrimation (tear production) E. Food dribbling out the corner of the mouth
D
In the cavernous sinus: A. The internal carotid artery is the most superficial structure B. The abducens nerve passes medial to the internal carotid artery C. Arterial blood mixes freely with venous blood D. Cranial nerves III and IV may be found in the lateral wall E. The mucous membrane is very loosely attached to the bone
D
In the larynx, the opening between the true vocal folds is called the: A. Laryngeal vestibule B. Laryngeal aperture C. Laryngeal ventricle D. Rima glottidis E. Infraglottic cavity
D
In the nasal cavity: A. The blood supply is very sparse B. The arterial supply is entirely from the facial artery C. The osseous portions of the nasal septum are all parts of the ethmoid bone D. The cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone forms the roof of the nasal cavity E. The ethmoidal air cells drain into the sphenoethmoidal recess
D
Regarding the vessels of the orbit: A. The ophthalmic artery passes through the inferior orbital fissure B. The superior ophthalmic vein connects the angular vein to the cavernous sinus C. The superior ophthalmic vein passes through the common ring tendon D. The ophthalmic artery is a branch of the internal carotid artery E. The ophthalmic artery is the only artery in the orbit
D
Supraclavicular nerves: A. Arise from the superior trunk of the brachial plexus B. Supply sensory innervation to skin over the laryngeal prominence C. Lie deep to the deep cervical fascia throughout their course D. Enter the superficial fascia at the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle E. Supply motor innervation to the platysma muscle
D
The "strap muscles" of the neck: A. Include the geniohyoid and mylohyoid muscles B. Insert solely on the thyroid cartilage C. Are all attached to the mandible superiorly D. Are all innervated by the cervical plexus E. Act to elevate the hyoid bone
D
The cerebral hemispheres: A. Are four in number B. Have many sulci which are lined by dura mater C. Completely fill the posterior cranial fossa D. Sit upon portions of the frontal, sphenoid, temporal and occipital bones E. Receive their arterial blood supply from the superior sagittal sinus
D
The external carotid artery: A. Courses within the carotid sheath for its entire length B. Passes superficial to the sternocleidomastoid muscle C. Gives rise to the inferior thyroid artery at the level of the cricoid cartilage D. Gives rise to the lingual artery at the level of the hyoid bone E. Is dilated at its superior end to form the carotid sinus
D
The facial artery: A. Is a branch of the internal carotid artery in the carotid triangle of the neck B. Gives rise to the deep temporal artery that supplies the temporalis muscle C. Is the only artery that supplies the parotid gland D. Gives rise to at least two branches that supply the lips E. Passes through the infratemporal fossa on its course to the face
D
The helix of the external ear is continuous inferiorly with the: A. Concha B. Tragus C. Antitragus D. Lobule E. Crus of the antihelix
D
The lacuna lateralis contains which of the following structures? A. Pia mater B. Inferior sagittal sinus C. Internal jugular vein D. Arachnoid granulations E. Choroid plexuses
D
The largest and most clinically relevant interfascial space in the neck is the: A. Buccopharyngeal space B. Submandibular space C. Prevertebral space D. Retropharyngeal space E. Suprasternal space
D
The malleus: A. Is attached to the stapes B. Articulates through fibrous joints C. Receives the insertion of the stapedius muscle D. Is covered with mucous membrane E. Is the most medial of the ossicles
D
The maxillary artery: A. Courses along the margin of the mandible B. Gives a branch for the mandibular teeth but none for the maxillary teeth C. Gives rise to the lingual artery in the infratemporal fossa D. Supplies one or more arteries to each muscle of mastication E. Is a branch of the internal carotid artery
D
The otic ganglion: A. Receives preganglionic sympathetic input from the superior cervical ganglion B. Supplies secretomotor innervation to the submandibular gland C. Receives its preganglionic parasympathetic fibers from the vagus nerve D. Is a parasympathetic ganglion for synapse of the lesser petrosal nerve E. Is a sensory ganglion for the auriculotemporal nerve
D
The phrenic nerve: A. Accompanies the vertebral artery through the neck B. Is derived from the ventral rami of the C5-T1 spinal cord levels C. Innervates the strap muscles of the neck D. Carries sensation from the diaphragmatic pleura E. Passes through the suprasternal notch
D
The pterion: A. Is found on the frontal bone B. Is an opening in the sphenoid bone C. Is the name given to any groove on a bone caused by an artery D. Is a site of dangerous fractures of the skull E. Has no clinical significance
D
The pterygopalatine ganglion: A. Contains postganglionic sympathetic nerve cell bodies B. Receives preganglionic parasympathetic fibers from the lesser petrosal nerve C. Is a sympathetic ganglion that lies within a bony fossa D. Is located between the nasal cavity medially and the infratemporal fossa laterally E. Contains nerve cell bodies that give rise to a portion of the chorda tympani
D
The retromandibular vein is formed by the joining of the: A. Facial and posterior auricular veins B. Great auricular and deep temporal veins C. Superficial temporal and posterior auricular veins D. Maxillary and superficial temporal veins E. Maxillary and transverse facial veins
D
The roots of the maxillary teeth may extend superiorly into the maxillary sinus, leading to an infection from a tooth abscess. The maxillary sinus is: A. Lined with stratified squamous epithelium B. Insensitive to pain C. Divided into two cavities by a septum of bone D. Innervated by branches of the infraorbital nerve E. Drained by a large and very effective duct
D
The sigmoid sinus: A. Exits the skull by passing through the foramen magnum B. Is joined near the confluens by the termination of the straight sinus C. Is found in the middle cranial fossa D. Terminates in the formation of the internal jugular vein E. Receives the termination of the sphenoparietal sinus
D
The soft palate: A. Is attached to the anterior end of the hard palate by the palatine aponeurosis B. Has a midline specialization called the uvula which contains the tubal tonsil C. Is the only structure that separates the nasal cavity from the oral cavity D. Receives motor innervation for most of its muscles from the vagus nerve E. Is depressed by a muscle that is innervated by the trigeminal nerve
D
This muscle supports the floor of the mouth: A. Genioglossus muscle B. Levator veli palatini muscle C. Musculus uvulae D. Mylohyoid muscle E. Salpingopharyngeus muscle F. Styloglossus muscle G. Stylopharyngeus muscle H. Tensor veli palatini muscle I. Thyrohyoid muscle
D
This nerve innervates the stylohyoid muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
D
When it contracts, this muscle abducts the vocal folds: A. Aryepiglotticus B. Cricothyroid muscle C. Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle D. Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle E. Thyroarytenoid muscle F. Transverse arytenoid muscle
D
When it contracts, this muscle abducts the vocal process of the arytenoid cartilage: A. Aryepiglotticus B. Cricothyroid muscle C. Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle D. Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle E. Thyroarytenoid muscle F. Transverse arytenoid muscle
D
Which of the following is a correct statement about the parasympathetic innervation of the head and neck? A. The lacrimal gland is innervated by postganglionic fibers arising in the ciliary ganglion B. The parotid gland is innervated by postganglionic fibers arising in the pterygopalatine ganglion C. The chorda tympani nerve contains postganglionic fibers bound for the submandibular gland D. The lesser petrosal nerve carries preganglionic fibers to the otic ganglion E. The deep petrosal nerve carries preganglionic sympathetic fibers to the pterygopalatine ganglion
D
Which of the following is true of the extraocular muscles? A. The inferior rectus muscle elevates the pupil B. The superior rectus muscle is supplied by the abducens nerve C. Inferior oblique muscle is supplied by the infratrochlear nerve D. All of the rectus muscles insert on the sclera close to the cornea E. The lateral rectus muscle assists the action of the medial rectus muscle
D
Which of the following muscles opens the mouth? A. Mylohyoid B. Medial pterygoid C. Posterior belly of the digastric D. Lateral pterygoid E. Masseter
D
Which of the following statements about the thyrohyoid muscle is true? A. The thyrohyoid muscle lies superficial to the thyroid gland B. It is innervated by the recurrent laryngeal nerve C. It is partly covered by the trapezius muscle D. It attaches to the oblique line of the thyroid cartilage E. It acts to depress the thyroid cartilage
D
Which of the following statements concerning the blood supply of the head and neck is correct? A. The vertebral artery represents the only blood supply to the brain B. The sphenopalatine artery is a direct branch of the internal carotid artery C. The lingual artery arises from the common carotid artery D. The inferior thyroid artery is a branch of the thyrocervical trunk E. The infraorbital artery is a branch of the ophthalmic artery
D
Which of the following statements is true about the muscles of the pharynx? A. The constrictor muscles form the internal layer of the pharyngeal wall B. The inferior constrictor muscle attaches to the pterygomandibular raphe C. The palatopharyngeus muscle passes between the middle and superior constrictor muscles D. The constrictor muscles are innervated by the vagus nerve by way of the pharyngeal plexus E. The salpingopharyngeus muscle arises from the pharyngeal tubercle of the occipital bone
D
Which of the following structures is contained within the carotid sheath? A. Ansa cervicalis B. Cervical sympathetic trunk C. Thyrocervical trunk D. Internal jugular vein E. Ascending cervical artery
D
A destructive abscess beginning within the cavernous sinus and eroding through its lateral wall would endanger which of the following nerves? A. Oculomotor nerve B. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve C. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve D. Sympathetic plexus on the internal carotid artery E. All of the above
E
All of the following structures cross the anterior surface of the anterior scalene muscle EXCEPT the: A. Phrenic nerve B. Thoracic duct C. Subclavian vein D. Transverse cervical artery E. Brachial plexus
E
An erosive infection of the mastoid air cells and tympanic cavity could, if left untreated, eventually damage which of the following structures? A. Facial nerve B. Internal carotid artery C. Dura mater of the middle and posterior cranial fossae D. The union of the sigmoid sinus with the internal jugular vein E. All of the above
E
Contents of the carotid sheath include the: A. Internal carotid artery B. Vagus nerve C. Carotid sinus and carotid body D. Origin of the external carotid artery E. All of the above
E
During a routine inspection of the oral cavity, one would expect to see the: A. Sublingual caruncles B. Palatoglossal fold C. Frenulum of the tongue D. Uvula E. All of the above
E
If a patient is unable to abduct the eye, which of the following muscles is paralyzed? A. Superior rectus B. Superior oblique C. Inferior rectus D. Inferior oblique E. Lateral rectus
E
In a fracture of the mandible at the level of the second molar tooth, which of the following structures would be at greatest risk of injury? A. Hyoglossus muscle B. Facial artery C. Submandibular duct D. Hypoglossal nerve E. Inferior alveolar nerve
E
The arachnoid membrane within the cranial cavity: A. Is fused to the dura mater and cannot be separated from it B. Has specializations called choroid plexuses C. Follows the pia mater closely, extending into the sulci D. Has a specialization called the falx cerebelli E. Has trabeculae that extend between it and the pia mater
E
The chorda tympani: A. Is a ligamentous cord that supports the tympanic membrane B. Is a branch of the glossopharyngeal nerve C. Courses through the temporal fossa D. Has no distribution in the tongue E. Crosses the medial surface of the tympanic membrane
E
The ciliary ganglion: A. Is a sympathetic ganglion innervated by the oculomotor nerve B. Is located between the optic nerve and the medial rectus muscle C. Has postganglionic axons carried by the long ciliary nerves D. Contains pseudounipolar neurons E. Contains cell bodies that will cause the pupil to constrict
E
The deep cervical chain of lymph nodes: A. Is the largest group of lymph nodes in the neck B. Is located deep to the superficial layer of deep cervical fascia C. Ultimately drains into the jugular lymphatic trunk D. Is closely associated with the internal jugular vein E. All of the above
E
The eyelid: A. Is covered by skin externally and conjunctiva internally B. Is supplied by the infraorbital artery C. Is innervated by the supraorbital and infraorbital nerves D. Is innervated by the facial nerve E. All of the above
E
The hiatus of the facial canal is where this structure enters the middle cranial cavity: A. Abducens nerve B. Chorda tympani C. Deep petrosal nerve D. Facial nerve E. Greater petrosal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Middle meningeal artery I. Olfactory nerve J. Ophthalmic artery K. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve
E
The lacrimal apparatus consists of the lacrimal gland plus the: A. Lacrimal puncta B. Lacrimal canaliculi C. Lacrimal sac D. Nasolacrimal duct E. All of the above
E
The maxillary artery: A. Gives off all of its branches in the pterygopalatine fossa B. Gives off the descending palatine artery to supply the nasal septum C. Gives rise to the pharyngeal artery which supplies the nasal mucosa D. Gives rise to the inferior alveolar artery which supplies the maxillary gingiva E. Supplies the maxillary incisor teeth by way of its infraorbital branch
E
The maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve: A. Innervates the medial pterygoid muscle B. In the orbit gives rise to the supraorbital nerve C. When lesioned, results in an inability to close the mouth D. Exits the middle cranial fossa through the infraorbital fissure E. Distributes postganglionic parasympathetic fibers from the pterygopalatine ganglion
E
The mental foramen is an opening in the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
E
The most common type of papillae found on the tongue are the: A. Vallate B. Conical C. Foliate D. Fungiform E. Filiform
E
The muscles of facial expression: A. Include the platysma, buccinator and levator palpebrae superioris muscles B. Include the buccinator, masseter and orbicularis oris muscles C. Are all innervated by the motor root of the trigeminal nerve D. Are all paralyzed by destruction of the semilunar ganglion E. Include sphincter muscles of the eyes and mouth
E
The palatine tonsil: A. Is supplied by branches of the facial, ascending pharyngeal, and maxillary arteries B. May be seen between the palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal arches on oral exam C. Is made of lymphatic tissue lying deep to a mucous membrane D. Lies in the transitional region between the oral cavity and oral pharynx E. All of the above
E
The parotid gland: A. Has a capsule that is easily separated from it B. Is located anterior to the body of the mandible C. Receives its parasympathetic innervation from the pterygopalatine ganglion D. Has all of the branches of the facial nerve coursing through it E. Has a duct which terminates lateral to the 2nd maxillary molar tooth
E
The pterygopalatine ganglion: A. Receives preganglionic fibers carried by the nerve of the pterygoid canal B. Is a parasympathetic ganglion in the pterygopalatine fossa C. Gives rise to postganglionic fibers which supply the nasal mucosa D. Is associated with the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve E. All of the above
E
The spinal accessory nerve enters the cranial cavity by passing through this opening: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
E
The thoracic duct: A. Originates at the level of the respiratory diaphragm B. Is located between the azygos vein and the aorta in the posterior mediastinum C. Crosses to the left side of the vertebral column at the level of the sternal angle D. Carries all of the lymph from the lower 1/2 of the body E. All of the above are correct
E
The tympanic cavity: A. Has the tympanic membrane forming most of its lateral wall B. Communicates with the mastoid air cells through its posterior wall C. Communicates with the nasopharynx through its anterior wall D. Contains three auditory ossicles which articulate through synovial joints E. All of the above
E
This muscle inserts on the body of the hyoid bone: A. Anterior scalene muscle B. Levator scapulae muscle C. Longissimus capitis muscle D. Longus coli muscle E. Omohyoid muscle F. Posterior scalene muscle G. Semispinalis capitis muscle H. Splenius cervicis muscle
E
This nerve innervates the genioglossus muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerveM. Vagus nerve
E
This vascular structure is located in the inferior edge of the falx cerebri: A. Basilar plexus B. Cavernous sinus C. Confluens of sinuses D. Inferior petrosal sinus E. Inferior sagittal sinus F. Intercavernous sinus G. Occipital sinus H. Sigmoid sinus I. Sphenoparietal sinus J. Superior petrosal sinus K. Superior sagittal sinus
E
Unrestricted growth of a tumor in the root of the neck could damage which of the following? A. Transverse cervical artery B. Phrenic nerve C. Cervical sympathetic trunk D. Middle scalene muscle E. All of the above
E
Which of the following is the correct sequence of structures encountered by blood leaving the cerebral hemispheres? A. Superior sagittal sinus, bridging vein, confluens, transverse sinus, sigmoid sinus B. Bridging vein, superior sagittal sinus, confluens, sigmoid sinus, transverse sinus C. Sigmoid sinus, bridging vein, superior sagittal sinus, confluens, transverse sinus D. Bridging vein, superior sagittal sinus, transverse sinus, confluens, sigmoid sinus E. Bridging vein, superior sagittal sinus, confluens, transverse sinus, sigmoid sinus
E
Which of the following is true of the arachnoid mater and subarachnoid space? A. The subarachnoid space is located between the dura mater and arachnoid mater B. The arachnoid mater lines the ventricles of the brain C. Arachnoid granulations are sites of CSF production D. The arachnoid mater is tightly fused to the cranial dura mater E. All of the blood vessels entering the brain cross the subarachnoid space
E
Which of the following statements about the lacrimal apparatus is correct? A. If the lacrimal canaliculi are blocked the patient experiences "dry eye" B. Tears are secreted by the lacrimal caruncles C. The nasolacrimal duct begins at the lateral corner of the eye D. The lacrimal gland is in the superior medial quadrant of the orbit E. The lacrimal canaliculi drain tears into the lacrimal sac
E
Which of the following structures is located between the internal and external carotid arteries? A. Stylopharyngeus muscle B. Styloglossus muscle C. Styloid process D. Glossopharyngeal nerve E. All of the above
E
The glossopharyngeal nerve shares this opening with two other cranial nerves: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
F
The infraorbital foramen is an opening in the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
F
The infraorbital groove is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
F
The vagus nerve passes through this opening with two other cranial nerves: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
F
This muscle inserts on the second rib: A. Anterior scalene muscle B. Levator scapulae muscle C. Longissimus capitis muscle D. Longus coli muscle E. Omohyoid muscle F. Posterior scalene muscle G. Semispinalis capitis muscle H. Splenius cervicis muscle
F
This nerve innervates the masseter muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
F
This nerve innervates the tensor tympani muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerveI. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
F
This nerve innervates the tensor veli palatini muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
F
When it contracts, this muscle adducts the arytenoid cartilages independent of the position of the vocal folds: A. Aryepiglotticus B. Cricothyroid muscle C. Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle D. Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle E. Thyroarytenoid muscle F. Transverse arytenoid muscle
F
The optic nerve passes into the orbit through this opening: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
G
When it contracts, this muscle moves the larynx superiorly: A. Genioglossus muscle B. Levator veli palatini muscle C. Musculus uvulae D. Mylohyoid muscle E. Salpingopharyngeus muscle F. Styloglossus muscle G. Stylopharyngeus muscle H. Tensor veli palatini muscle I. Thyrohyoid muscle
G
The hypoglossal canal is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
H
The nasopalatine nerve enters the nasal cavity by passing through this opening: A. Cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone B. Foramen cecum C. Foramen rotundum D. Foramen spinosum E. Foramen magnum F. Jugular foramen G. Optic canal H. Sphenopalatine foramen
H
This muscle inserts on the transverse processes of the first two or three cervical vertebrae: A. Anterior scalene muscle B. Levator scapulae muscle C. Longissimus capitis muscle D. Longus coli muscle E. Omohyoid muscle F. Posterior scalene muscle G. Semispinalis capitis muscle H. Splenius cervicis muscle
H
This structure sits on the cribriform plate of ethmoid bone: A. Abducens nerve B. Chorda tympani C. Deep petrosal nerve D. Facial nerve E. Greater petrosal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Middle meningeal artery I. Olfactory bulb J. Ophthalmic artery K. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve
I
The great cerebral vein terminates by draining into this structure: A. Basilar plexus B. Cavernous sinus C. Confluens of sinuses D. Inferior petrosal sinus E. Inferior sagittal sinus F. Intercavernous sinus G. Occipital sinus H. Sigmoid sinus I. Sphenoparietal sinus J. Straight sinus K. Superior petrosal sinus L. Superior sagittal sinus
J
The hamulus is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
J
This structure courses through the optic canal: A. Abducens nerve B. Chorda tympani C. Deep petrosal nerve D. Facial nerve E. Greater petrosal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Middle meningeal artery I. Olfactory nerve J. Optic nerve K. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve
J
The petrous ridge is a feature of the: A. Ethmoid bone B. Frontal bone C. Hyoid bone D. Lacrimal bone E. Mandible F. Maxilla G. Nasal bone H. Occipital bone I. Parietal bone J. Sphenoid bone K. Temporal bone L. Zygomatic bone
K
This vascular structure receives an emissary vein that passes through the foramen cecum: A. Basilar plexus B. Cavernous sinus C. Confluens of sinuses D. Inferior petrosal sinus E. Inferior sagittal sinus F. Intercavernous sinus G. Occipital sinus H. Sigmoid sinus I. Sphenoparietal sinus J. Superior petrosal sinus K. Superior sagittal sinus
K
This nerve innervates the superior oblique muscle of the eye: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
L
This nerve innervates the levator veli palatini muscle: A. Abducens nerve B. Ansa cervicalis C. Branches of spinal nerves C2 and C3 D. Facial nerve E. Hypoglossal nerve F. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve G. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve H. Mylohyoid nerve I. Oculomotor nerve J. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve K. A branch of spinal nerve C1 L. Trochlear nerve M. Vagus nerve
M