#1
Which muscle is responsible for turning the head to the side?
Sternocleidomastoid
ExplanationKey muscle for lateral head movement.
#2
What is the name of the space between the lungs in the thoracic cavity?
Mediastinum
ExplanationCentral space within thoracic cavity.
#3
Which vertebrae are located in the cervical region of the spine?
Cervical vertebrae
ExplanationVertebrae in the neck.
#4
Which ligament connects the thyroid cartilage to the first tracheal ring?
Cricothyroid ligament
ExplanationLink between thyroid cartilage and trachea.
#5
Which of the following is a part of the anterior triangle of the neck?
Carotid triangle
ExplanationRegion housing carotid artery.
#6
What is the primary function of the hyoid bone?
Supports the tongue
ExplanationStructural support for tongue function.
#7
Which artery supplies blood to the brain and parts of the neck?
Carotid artery
ExplanationMajor blood supply for brain and neck.
#8
Which structure connects the thyroid cartilage to the cricoid cartilage in the larynx?
Cricothyroid ligament
ExplanationConnective tissue between key laryngeal cartilages.
#9
What is the primary function of the scalene muscles in the neck?
Lateral flexion of the neck
ExplanationLateral bending of the neck.
#10
What is the name of the muscle that helps in swallowing and elevates the hyoid bone?
Geniohyoid
ExplanationMuscle aiding in swallowing and hyoid bone movement.
#11
What is the medical term for the 'Adam's apple'?
Laryngeal prominence
ExplanationFormally known as laryngeal prominence.
#12
Which nerve controls the muscles of the diaphragm, aiding in breathing?
Phrenic nerve
ExplanationPrimary nerve for diaphragm control.
#13
Which gland, located in the neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism?
Thyroid gland
ExplanationMetabolic regulation via hormone secretion.
#14
What is the function of the platysma muscle in the neck?
Tenses the skin of the neck
ExplanationSkin tightening in the neck region.
#15
The carotid sheath contains which important structures in the neck?
Common carotid artery, internal jugular vein, and vagus nerve
ExplanationKey blood vessels and nerve housed within carotid sheath.