Question 1

Which of the following tissues lines the oral cavity?

Accepted Answer

The oral cavity is lined by the oral mucosa, a mucous membrane that covers the inside of the mouth and includes areas such as the inside of the cheeks, gums, tongue, and lips.

Question 2

Which of the following can be noted of a client during initial appraisal that gives an indication of drug abuse?

Accepted Answer

Slurred speech can be an indication of drug abuse as it may suggest impairment of the central nervous system, which can be caused by the intake of various substances.

Question 3

Which of the following conditions is necessary for effective extraoral assessment?

Accepted Answer

An upright patient position is necessary for effective extraoral assessment as it allows for better visualization and palpation of the head and neck areas.

Question 4

The lymph nodes in a healthy client:

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes in a healthy individual typically cannot be visualized because they are small and located deep within the body. They can sometimes be palpated if they are superficial, but they are not visible to the naked eye.

Question 5

Which of the following are secondary lymph nodes for the occipital lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

The inferior deep cervical lymph nodes are secondary lymph nodes for the occipital lymph nodes, as they receive lymphatic drainage from them.

Question 6

The outer corner where the upper and lower eyelids meet is the outer or lateral:

Accepted Answer

The outer or lateral canthus is the term used to describe the outer corner where the upper and lower eyelids meet.

Question 7

How should the client best move his or her head to allow for the increased prominence of the large strap muscle that divides the neck into regions?

Accepted Answer

Moving the head side to side will increase the prominence of the large strap muscle that divides the neck into regions.

Question 8

Regarding oral lesions,which of the following is usually true?

Accepted Answer

Benign lesions typically have well-defined borders, distinguishing them from malignant lesions, which often have irregular or poorly defined borders.

Question 9

Tonsillar tissue consists of _____ of _____ tissue.

Accepted Answer

Tonsillar tissue consists of masses of lymphoid tissue, which is part of the immune system and helps fight infection.

Question 10

Which is the most common malignant neoplasm of the oral cavity?

Accepted Answer

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common malignant neoplasm of the oral cavity, accounting for more than 90% of all oral malignancies.

Question 11

The temporal region is known for:

Accepted Answer

The temporal region is known for the presence of the external ear, which is located on the side of the head adjacent to the temporal bone. The other options do not accurately describe the temporal region.

Question 12

What term is used to describe structures on the same side of the body?

Accepted Answer

Ipsilateral refers to structures that are located on the same side of the body.

Question 13

Which of the following lymph nodes in the oral pharyngeal area can specifically become enlarged in a child client with tonsillitis?

Accepted Answer

The jugulodigastric lymph nodes, also known as the tonsillar lymph nodes, are specifically associated with the tonsils and are most likely to become enlarged in cases of tonsillitis. They are located under the angle of the mandible, and their enlargement is a common sign of tonsillar or pharyngeal infection.

Question 14

Where is a type of tissue that is nonkeratinized and has a softer surface texture,moist surface,and ability to stretch and be compressed,acting as a cushion for the underlying structures,located in the oral cavity?

Accepted Answer

The floor of the mouth is lined with nonkeratinized tissue, which is softer, moist, and more flexible, allowing it to stretch and compress, providing a cushion for underlying structures. This contrasts with areas like the hard palate and gingiva, which are covered by keratinized tissue for protection against mechanical stress.

Question 15

The small bulge of tissue at the most anterior portion of the hard palate,lingual to the anterior teeth,is the:

Accepted Answer

The incisive papilla is a small bulge of tissue at the most anterior portion of the hard palate, just lingual to the anterior teeth, which fits the description given.

Question 16

Which of the following tissues is limited to the upper surface or dorsum of the tongue?

Accepted Answer

The upper surface or dorsum of the tongue is covered by specialized mucosa, which includes structures such as taste buds, making it distinct from other types of oral mucosa.

Question 17

What is the specific reason that a lymph node feels tender to the client when palpated after it has undergone lymphadenopathy?

Accepted Answer

The specific reason a lymph node feels tender when palpated after lymphadenopathy is due to pressure on area nerves. When lymph nodes enlarge, they can press on surrounding nerves, causing pain or tenderness.

Question 18

What do the maxillary sinuses drain into?

Accepted Answer

The maxillary sinuses drain into the nasal cavity, specifically into the semilunar hiatus of the middle meatus.

Question 19

Oral cancer when detected early has a cure rate of _____ %.

Accepted Answer

When detected early, oral cancer has a cure rate of over 90%, making early detection crucial for successful treatment.

Question 20

Which of the following terms is used to describe an area that faces away from the head and toward the feet?

Accepted Answer

The term "inferior" is used in anatomy to describe a position that is below or toward the feet, relative to another part of the body, thus facing away from the head.

Quiz 13: Extraoral and Intraoral Clinical Assessment