A 51-year-old woman was admitted for thyroid surgery. During endotracheal intubation, the jaw is left open. The jaw deviates to the left side, and the right mandibular condyle is prominent, with a space felt posterior to it. The patient has right-sided anterior jaw dislocation. Which of the following muscles is responsible for maintaining the joint dislocated?

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Eductional Objective: The lateral pterygoid muscle is responsible for depressing the jaw for opening. It is the responsible muscle for maintaining the joint in the dislocated position.

A 51-Year-Old Woman Was Admitted for Thyroid Surgery