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The nasal cavity drains its venous blood mainly via the:
A. Facial vein
B. Maxillary vein
C. Pterygoid venous plexus
D. Jugular vein

The main arterial supply to the sella turcica area is the:

A. Internal carotid artery
B. Anterior cerebral artery
C. Cavernous part of the internal carotid artery
D. Middle meningeal artery

The structure that forms the roof of the posterior nasal aperture (choanae) is the:
A. Hard palate
B. Soft palate
C. Sphenoid sinus
D. Cribriform plate

The function of the tensor veli palatini muscle is to:

A. Elevate the soft palate
B. Depress the soft palate
C. Tense the soft palate and open the auditory tube
D. Tense the soft palate and open the auditory tube

The nerve responsible for taste from the posterior 1/3 of the tongue is the:
A. Facial nerve (VII)
B. Trigeminal nerve (V)
C. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
D. Vagus nerve (X)
The nerve that supplies the sensory innervation to the dura mater in the posterior
cranial fossa is the:
A. Vagus nerve (X)
B. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
C. V1 (ophthalmic nerve)
D. V2 (maxillary nerve)

The pharyngeal muscles, except the stylopharyngeus, are innervated by the:

A. Vagus nerve (X)
B. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
C. Accessory nerve (XI)
D. Hypoglossal nerve (XII)

The salivary gland located beneath the jaw is the:

A. Parotid gland
B. Sublingual gland
C. Submandibular gland
D. Palatine gland

The bones forming the posterior part of the hard palate are the:
A. Maxillae
B. Palatine bones
C. Palatine bones
D. Sphenoid bones

The nerve that supplies sensation to the lower lip and chin is the:
A. Maxillary nerve (V2)
B. Ophthalmic nerve (V1)
C. Mandibular nerve (V3)
D. Facial nerve (VII)

The main artery supplying the thyroid gland is the:

A. External carotid artery
B. Subclavian artery
C. Inferior thyroid artery
D. Superior thyroid artery

The primary lymphatic drainage of the scalp drains into the:

A. Deep cervical lymph nodes
B. Submandibular nodes
C. Superficial cervical lymph nodes
D. Axillary lymph nodes

The most significant nerve injury in a parotidectomy causing paralysis of facial muscles
is damage to the:
A. Trigeminal nerve (V)
B. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
C. Accessory nerve (XI)
D. Facial nerve (VII)

The sinus located within the frontal bone is called the:

A. Ethmoidal sinus
B. Maxillary sinus
C. Sphenoidal sinus
D. Frontal sinus

The musculature responsible for closing the mouth is the:

A. Temporalis
B. Masseter
C. Temporalis and masseter
D. Pterygoids

The nerve that supplies the intrinsic muscles of the larynx (except cricothyroid) is the:
A. Vagus nerve (X)
B. Recurrent laryngeal nerve
C. Recurrent laryngeal nerve *(duplicate; possibly delete or specify)
D. Superior laryngeal nerve

The gland responsible for secreting hormones involved in calcium regulation is the:
A. Parathyroid glands
B. Thyroid gland
C. Parathyroid glands
D. Suprarenal glands

The external carotid artery ends at the level of the:

A. neck of the mandible.
B. Angle of the mandible.
C. Lower border of the cricoid cartilage.
D. Upper border of the thyroid cartilage.

In tonsillitis, pain is referred to the ears. Which of the following nerves is responsible?
A. Sympathetic fibers
B. Glossopharyngeal nerve
C. Auricular branch of vagus
D. Cranial root of the accessory nerve

Which nerves carry taste sensation from the anterior 2/3 of the tongue?
A. Vagus nerve
B. Facial nerve
C. Trigeminal nerve
D. Glossopharyngeal nerve

Which of the following veins pierces the investing layer of the posterior triangle of the
neck?
A. Facial
B. Subclavian
C. Internal jugular
D. External jugular

A woman with head trauma passing through the foramen ovale may experience:
A. Inability to chew food
B. Inability to blow the cheeks
C. Loss of sensation over the forehead
D. Loss of sensation over the zygomatic bone

During surgery, the pulse is monitored by palpating which artery?

A. Facial
B. Maxillary
C. Posterior auricular
D. Superficial temporal

The cartilage forming the laryngeal inlet is the:

A. Cricoid
B. Thyroid
C. Epiglottis
D. Arytenoid

The suprahyoid muscles include:

A. Omohyoid
B. Mylohyoid
C. Thyrohyoid
D. Sternohyoid

The “red eye” phenomenon in photography results from flash reflection off the:
A. Iris
B. Pupil
C. Retina
D. Choroid
Nerves involved in the corneal blink reflex are:
A. Optic and facial
B. Ophthalmic and facial
C. Oculomotor and facial
D. Ophthalmic and maxillary

Following an accident, a girl unable to close her lips likely has damage to:
A. Buccinator
B. Orbicularis oris
C. Zygomaticus minor
D. Zygomaticus major

The artery passing through the pterygopalatine fossa is the:

A. Facial artery
B. Maxillary artery
C. Occipital artery
D. Superficial temporal artery

The plane dividing the body into medial and lateral is the:
A. Sagittal plane
B. Coronal plane
C. Transverse plane
D. Parasagittal plane

The ligament that anchors the thyroid gland is attached to the:

A. Cricoid cartilage
B. Thyroid cartilage
C. First tracheal ring
D. Second tracheal ring

The connection between the nasal cavity and pharynx is called the:
A. Aditus
B. Fauces
C. Choanae
D. Piriform recess

The main blood supply to the face is via the:

A. Maxillary artery
B. Facial artery
C. Occipital artery
D. Superficial temporal artery

Sensation from the cheek skin is supplied by the:

A. Mandibular nerve (V3)
B. Maxillary nerve (V2)
C. Zygomatic nerve
D. Ophthalmic nerve (V1)

The main motor nerve of the face is the:

A. Trigeminal nerve (V)
B. Facial nerve (VII)
C. Facial nerve (VII) *(redundant, but kept as per request)
D. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)

The nerve supplying the muscles of mastication is the:

A. Facial nerve (VII)
B. Trigeminal nerve (V)
C. Mandibular nerve (V3)
D. Vagus nerve (X)

The salivary gland innervated parasympathetically from the facial nerve (CN VII) is
the:
A. Parotid gland
B. Sublingual gland
C. Sublingual gland *(repeat option, but kept for consistency)
D. Submandibular gland

The nerve that supplies motor innervation to the muscles of facial expression is the:
A. Trigeminal nerve (V)
B. Vagus nerve (X)
C. Facial nerve (VII)
D. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)

The main lymphatic drainage from the deep parts of the face drains into the:
A. Submental lymph nodes
B. Supraclavicular lymph nodes
C. Deep cervical lymph nodes
D. Axillary lymph nodes

The muscular partition dividing the oral cavity from the nasopharynx is called the:
A. Hard palate
B. Soft palate
C. Uvula
D. Palatine tonsil

The foramen ovale transmits the:

A. Mandibular nerve (V3)
B. Middle meningeal artery
C. Mandibular nerve (V3) *(duplicate option, possibly a typo)*
D. Maxillary vein

The nerve responsible for sensation to the anterior 2/3 of the tongue is the:
A. Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
B. Vagus nerve (X)
C. Lingual nerve (V3)
D. Facial nerve (VII)

The main blood supply to the external acoustic meatus is derived from the:
A. Occipital artery
B. Posterior auricular artery
C. Deep auricular branch of the maxillary artery
D. Superficial temporal artery

The primary blood supply to the occipital lobe of the brain is via the:
A. Anterior cerebral artery
B. Middle cerebral artery
C. Posterior cerebral artery
D. Basilar artery

The ala of the nose is formed mainly by which bone?

A. Nasal bone
B. Maxilla
C. Nasal cartilage
D. Ethmoid bone

The thyroid cartilage is part of the:

A. Cricoid cartilage
B. Epiglottic cartilage
C. Laryngeal framework
D. Arytenoid cartilage

SEQ:
Study the:
Larynx
Thyroid gland (blood supply)
Pharynx
 Head & Neck lymphatic daring

SEQ:
During a clinical lecture, the instructor highlights the significance of understanding the
boundaries of the pharynx in diagnosing infections. (10 marks)
- Describe the anatomical boundaries of the pharynx and their clinical importance.
Larynx?
In a surgical assessment, a surgeon is evaluating the structural components involved in
voice production.
- Identify the main cartilages of the larynx and explain their roles in phonation?
A student is studying the anatomy of the respiratory and digestive systems, focusing on
the pharynx's role and structure.
Describe the muscular structure of the pharynx?
During a case discussion on ear infections, the instructor emphasizes the significance of
understanding the pathways of infection spread.
- Describe the pathway by which an external ear infection could extend to involve the
middle ear?
During a lecture on respiratory anatomy, the instructor emphasizes the importance of
knowing the key entry points to the airway system.
- Describe the boundaries of the laryngeal inlet?
In a clinical scenario, a physician is examining lymphatic nodes for signs of infection
spread.
- Name and describe FIVE superficial lymph nodes of the head and neck involved in
lymphatic drainage from the face and scalp?
In an ophthalmology workshop, a student learns about ocular inflammation and its
influence on visual structures.
- Describe the anatomical layers of the eyeball from outermost to innermost and their
significance in ocular health?
During a tutorial on airway management, the instructor emphasizes the importance of
the pharyngeal spaces.
- Describe the different parts of the pharynx and their relative positions in relation to
the oral cavity and nasal cavity?
Larynx?
In an ENT clinic, a patient presents with hoarseness. The doctor suspects a lesion
affecting specific muscles.
- Identify the intrinsic muscles of the larynx innervated by the recurrent laryngeal nerve
and explain their functions in phonation?
A patient presents with a thyroid nodule, and the vascular supply to the gland is a
crucial consideration for potential surgical intervention.
- Discuss the blood supply of the thyroid gland?
In a clinical examination, a doctor is assessing lymphatic drainage in a patient with
signs of infection in the head and neck area.
- Identify FIVE (5) superficial lymph nodes draining the head and neck structures?
- A patient reports difficulty hearing and tinnitus. An audiologist suspects involvement
of the ear's structure.
Describe the main anatomical features of the middle ear, focusing on the ossicles and
their function in hearing.
- A patient presents with bilateral neck swelling following a throat infection. A doctor
examines lymph nodes.
Name the major groups of superficial cervical lymph nodes and explain their specific
areas of drainage?
- An ophthalmologist examines a patient with a red, painful eye. The cornea shows
ulceration.
Describe the layers of the cornea and their role in protecting the eye and maintaining
transparency?