NBDE Anatomy Practice Test

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• The pterygopalatine ganglion receives preganglionic parasympathetic fibers traveling on which nerve?
• The SVA component of Vagus for taste innervates what structure?
• The postganglionic parasympathetic fibers destined for the lacrimal gland synapse in which ganglion?
• The mandibular foramen of the ramus is protected by which bony landmark in a superoanterior position?
• The primary distinguishing feature of the jejunum is the presence of prominent ______.
• Which muscle elevates the scapula?
• Which combination lists the primary lymphoid organs?
• The Internal Jugular Vein becomes which sinus when exiting the base of the skull?
• Which artery is a branch of the lingual artery supplying the dorsal posterior third of the tongue?
• Which nerves pass through the jugular foramen?
• Which brainstem nucleus receives taste from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?
• Through which skull canal does the optic nerve pass?
• Which artery supplies the tensor veli palatini and the medial and lateral pterygoid muscles?
• Which sinus drains into the sigmoid sinus?
• Which artery is a branch of the ophthalmic artery that supplies the lacrimal gland?
• The efferent nerve fibers that innervate the pharyngeal mucosa involved in the gag reflex are from the _______
• A star-shaped brain hemorrhage is most characteristic of which condition?
• The elbow joint is classified as a _____ joint.
• How many lumbar spinal nerves are there?
• Which muscle stabilizes the head by connecting the posterior arch of the atlas to the occipital bone and is part of the suboccipital muscle group?
• Which landmark is the insertion point for the temporalis muscle?
• Which artery gives branches to the nasal cavity?
• 4 Anterior Triangle subdivisions:
• Which nerve courses anteromedially with the supratrochlear artery toward the trochlea and passes through the frontal notch?
• Which muscle is active in clenched jaw along with the masseter?
• Leaves the facial nerve after branching from the geniculate ganglion and provides parasympathetic innervation and taste to the soft palate.
• Which cranial nerve nuclei are part of the glossopharyngeal nerve?
• The internal thoracic artery branches into which two arteries as it descends toward the diaphragm?
• Which dural venous sinus lies on the convex attached border of the falx cerebri?
• The pterygopalatine ganglion provides postganglionic parasympathetic innervation to which three areas?
• Which neck triangle contains the carotid artery?
• Which nerve passes through the cribriform plate?
• Which muscle is NOT among the four floor muscles of the posterior triangle?
• Which structure passes through the Jugular Foramen?
• C1 is also known as which bone?
• Peristalsis for the large intestine is controlled by which structure?
• Which muscle aids in adduction and medial rotation of the arm and is located at the posterior border of the axilla?
• Which nerve innervates the hypothenar muscles and central hand muscles?
• The supraorbital artery is a terminal branch of the ophthalmic artery, which arises from which artery?
• Which artery primarily supplies the brain and gives rise to the anterior and middle cerebral arteries?
• Which lymph nodes drain the area of the lungs?
• Failure of fusion of which facial processes leads to a cleft lip?
• Which triangle contains the hypoglossal nerve?
• Which nerve passes through the stylomastoid foramen?
• Which of the following muscles does not insert at the palatine aponeurosis?
• Innervation to the cricothyroid is supplied by the _______
• Which epidermal layer contains keratohyalin granules?
• What is the only CN without thalamic relay to the cortex?
• Foramen lacerum is located in which portion of the temporal bone?
• Which muscle splits the Anterior Triangle from the Posterior Triangle?
• The muscle that adducts the humerus, medially rotates the humerus, and protracts the scapula is the ______.
• Which artery is NOT a branch of the axillary artery?
• Which nerve is NOT a supraclavicular branch of the brachial plexus?
• Brachialis is innervated by which nerve?
• Which are the four muscles of mastication?
• What is the anatomical name for the lateral surface of the stomach?
• Which blood vessel passes through the optic canal?
• Which nasal concha is a separate bone?
• Sensory cranial nerves are generally located in the _____ brainstem.
• Which Le Fort fracture type involves only the maxilla (mainly teeth) and does not involve the eyes?
• Blood supply for Flexor digitorum profundus (2) is provided by which arteries?
• Which spinal nerve is associated with the middle finger dermatome?
• Which two Flexor anterior antebrachium muscles are supplied by the Radial and Anterior Interosseous arteries?
• Which superficial back muscle uses the transverse process of C3 for origin or insertion?
• Which muscle elevates and stabilizes the hyoid?
• Which fascia is associated with the danger space?
• Which artery is associated with the palate via the descending palatine branch?
• The pterygopalatine ganglion off the mandibular nerve is composed of which fibers?
• Which nerve carries taste from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?
• Which infrahyoid muscle is innervated by C1 fibers carried by the hypoglossal nerve rather than the ansa cervicalis?
• Which artery connects the left and right anterior cerebral arteries within the Circle of Willis?
• Which structures prevent the AV valves from everting back into the atria during ventricular contraction?
• A crescent-shaped hematoma on imaging is characteristic of which condition?
• Which arteries supply the pituitary gland include both right and left branches?
• What is the correct sequential path of sperm during ejaculation from production to exit?
• Which artery is a branch of the external carotid artery and contributes to scalp supply?
• The nerve that provides motor innervation to the posterior belly of the digastric muscle is which nerve?
• Anal canal dermatome corresponds to which dermatome level?
• Which layer of dura mater is fused to the skull bones?
• The hamulus is a projection on which bone?
• The ophthalmic veins drain anteriorly into the angular vein or posteriorly into which structure?
• The left atrium and left ventricle receive their major arterial supply from which artery?
• Which muscle is innervated by the thoracodorsal nerve?
• Which muscles are innervated by the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve?
• The vagus nerve exits the posterior cranial fossa at the which foramen?
• Which lymph nodes drain the trachea and esophagus?
• The epiglottic cartilage is attached to which cartilage of the respiratory system?
• The three facial nerve nuclei include nucleus solitarius, motor nucleus of the facial nerve, and which parasympathetic nucleus?
• Which cranial nerve carries the C1 fibers to the Thyrohyoid muscle?
• Which artery links the internal carotid artery to the posterior cerebral artery?
• The deep facial vein drains back toward which plexus?
• Which artery supplies the medial surface of the cerebral hemisphere, including the motor and sensory regions for the lower limb?
• The Deep Facial Vein drains the _______ of the infratemporal fossa
• Which artery is included in the mnemonic listing branches of the external carotid artery?
• Taste sensation from the epiglottis is carried by which nerve?
• Which dural venous sinus lies along the convex border of the falx cerebri?
• Which pharyngeal muscle assists in opening the auditory tube during swallowing?
• The cartilages of the 4th–6th pharyngeal arches originate from which germ layer?
• Nerve that penetrates the cricothyroid membrane from behind the cricothyroid joint
• Which neck triangle is located on the posterior aspect of the neck and is named after a skull bone?
• Which opening transmits the anterior tympanic artery?
• The Deep Temporal Nerves are branches of which nerve?
• All the eye motor CNs have a ____% bilateral cross.
• The Parotid gland produces ______ secretions
• The geniculate ganglion is associated with which cranial nerve?
• Which landmark is associated with the location of the oculomotor nerve's nucleus?
• The radial nerve innervates these regions.
• The intrinsic muscles of the back that comprise the Erector spinae are which?
• The Muscular Triangle is bounded by (3):
• The sphenoid sinus drains into which recess?
• Which group of hand muscles are responsible for abducting the fingers (the central hand muscles)?
• Which nerve carries preganglionic parasympathetic fibers to the otic ganglion?
• Which foramen is the exit for the maxillary division of CN V?
• Which artery is a major supplier to the brainstem and contributes to the vertebrobasilar system?
• The spheno-occipital joint and epiphyseal cartilage are classified as which kind of joint?
• Which nerve forms the parotid plexus after exiting the skull?
• The second branch of the abdominal aorta, arising from the anterior aspect of the aorta at the aortic hiatus (T12), is the
• The Hypoglossal Nucleus is located in which brain region?
• Rhomboid Minor is innervated by which nerve?
• Which canal is used by CN VII and CN VIII?
• Which artery supplies the anterior two-thirds of the spinal cord?
• Which structure passes through the Jugular Foramen?
• The GVE pathway of the Glossopharyngeal nerve's peripheral target is the parotid gland.
• Which nerve does NOT pass through the superior orbital fissure?
• Which brain hemorrhage progresses slowly and forms a crescent-shaped hematoma due to rupture of a vein?
• Which muscle forms the root and anchor of the tongue?
• Where does the masseter insert?
• The acromioclavicular joint is classified as a ______ joint.
• Which is the only laryngeal muscle that abducts the vocal cords and opens the rima glottidis?
• Which artery supplies the medial surfaces of the frontal and parietal lobes?
• Which artery provides the buccinator muscle?
• Which muscle inserts on the second rib?
• The sphenomandibular ligament attaches to the ______ of the mandible
• Which pleural layer covers the lungs on the inside and secretes fluid to prevent friction?
• Foramen lacerum in life is traversed by which vessel?
• Which of the following options lists exactly the four muscles that form the floor of the posterior triangle?
• Maxillary nerve (V2) passes through which foramen?
• Which artery accompanies the middle cardiac vein?
• Which cranial nerve passes through the cavernous sinus (not in the lateral wall)?
• Which neck fascial layer runs from the heart to the base of the skull?
• Which facial muscle elevates the eyebrows and opens up the eyes?
• The triceps surface dermatome corresponds to which spinal level?
• 3 Facial nerve nuclei
• The superficial parotid lymph nodes drain directly into which lymph nodes?
• Which artery runs in the posterior interventricular sulcus and accompanies the middle cardiac vein?
• How many subdivisions does the Anterior Triangle have?
• Which muscle draws the hyoid bone forward (anteriorly) and is innervated by the anterior ramus of the C1 spinal nerve carried by the Hypoglossal nerve?
• Coronary arteries receive the majority of their blood supply during which cardiac phase?
• The posterior communicating artery serves as a connection between which two arteries?
• Which potential space is located inferior to the mylohyoid line and inferior and lateral to the mylohyoid muscle?
• Structural components of the nasal septum include which of the following?
• Which artery is NOT a branch of the Superior Mesenteric Artery?
• The lateral nasal artery is a branch of which artery?
• Which nerve innervates the temporalis muscle?
• Which vessel passes through the Mastoid Foramen?
• Which sinus drains into the middle meatus via the frontonasal duct?
• Falx cerebri attaches inferiorly to which structure?
• Rhomboid Major is innervated by which nerve?
• The two dorsal tubes on the penis are called the _____?
• The optic disc is partially formed by which blood source?
• Innervation for the Superior, Middle, and Inferior pharyngeal constrictors is provided by which nerve?
• The Cribriform plate is a part of which bone?
• The cribriform plate is part of the Ethmoid bone.
• What is the primary function of all rotator cuff muscles?
• Which artery is the principal supplier of the lateral surface of the cerebral hemispheres?
• The epiglottic cartilage is attached to which cartilage of the laryngeal skeleton?
• The right ventricle is supplied by which artery?
• Which deep back muscle extends the head and rotates it to the opposite side and attaches to the occipital bone?
• Which muscle tenses the soft palate, drawing it posteriorly and superiorly to close the nasopharynx?
• Which arteries are branches of the brachiocephalic trunk?
• The greater petrosal nerve fiber composition is which of the following?
• Which nerve primarily innervates the hand's thenar muscles?
• Mandibular nerve (V3) passes through which foramen?
• The palatine tonsils lie between which two muscles of the oropharynx?
• Approximately how long is the portal vein?
• The largest bone of the pelvis is the:
• Which dural sinus directly drains the cavernous sinus into the transverse sinus?
• The Spinal accessory nerve provides GSE to which muscles? (2)
• The SVE pathway of the Glossopharyngeal nerve's peripheral target innervates which muscle?
• Lymph from the superficial parotid nodes drains toward the cardiovascular system through which ducts?
• What are the two main branches of the lumbar plexus?
• Which is more medial and posterior: the tensor veli palatini or the levator veli palatini?
• Which of the following lists correctly names the three components of the facial nerve nuclei?
• The sublingual glands receive postganglionic parasympathetic innervation from which ganglion?
• The anterior rami contributing to the ansa cervicalis are which spinal levels?
• The blood supply to the sublingual gland and the floor of the oral cavity comes from which artery?
• The frontal sinus drains to the middle meatus via which duct?
• Which ventricular connection does the cerebral aqueduct represent?
• Which brain region houses the Trigeminal, Abducent, Facial, and Vestibulocochlear nuclei?
• Which is a tributary of the inferior vena cava?
• The portal triad within the hepatic lobule comprises which three structures?
• The sigmoid sinus drains into which vein?
• Which layer is the only blood vessel layer present in all vessel types?
• The radioulnar joint is classified as a _____ joint.
• Which rib does the middle scalene insert on according to the material?
• Which muscle retracts the scapula?
• Which artery is one of the three major anterior branches of the abdominal aorta?
• Which nerve passes through the cavernous sinus?
• The cartilages of the 1st and 2nd pharyngeal arches are derived from which cell type?
• Which muscle is a rotator cuff muscle located on the posterior scapula and assists in external rotation?
• The pterygopalatine ganglion provides postganglionic parasympathetic innervation to which three areas?
• The deep temporal nerves are branches of which nerve?
• Which muscle is NOT among the three elbow flexors?
• Kiesselbach's area is the anastomosis of nasal septal arteries linking which arteries?
• Muscles of mastication responsible for closing (elevating the jaw) (3)
• Which group includes Semispinalis, Multifidus, Rotatores?
• The Dorsal Motor Nucleus is primarily associated with which output?
• Which part of the thyroid gland extends anteriorly toward the laryngeal prominence toward the foramen cecum of the tongue?
• Which artery is typically called the posterior inferior cerebellar artery?
• Which nerve is motor to the posterior belly of the digastric?
• Which CN nuclei are located in the Pons (V, VI, VII, VIII)?
• Which arteries supply the greater curvature of the stomach?
• Innervates Deltoid and Teres Minor.
• Epidural hematoma on imaging is classically described as which shape?
• The parasympathetic innervation to the parotid gland travels through which nerve before the tympanic plexus?
• Which Le Fort fracture involves the entire middle face including the orbits?
• Which nerve is most commonly injured in a mid-humeral shaft fracture?
• The inferior petrosal sinus passes through which opening?
• Which nerve innervates the mucosa over the vomer?
• Which statement correctly pairs a primary lymphoid organ with its classification?
• Lower Subscapular Nerve innervates which muscle among the following?
• Which foramen is the exit for the mandibular division of CN V?
• Knob-like or mushroom-shaped papillae found on the tip and sides of the tongue are which type?
• Which hand muscles are responsible for adduction toward the middle finger?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of the Circle of Willis?
• Two branches of the sphenopalatine artery that supply the nasal cavity and contribute to Kiesselbach's area
• The dermatome for the pinkie corresponds to which spinal level?
• Cutaneous innervation for anterior of auricle?
• What structure lies in the longitudinal fissure and separates the cerebral hemispheres?
• Which nerve passes through the petrotympanic fissure?
• Which muscle forms part of the posterior wall of the axilla and assists in medial rotation of the arm?
• Which fascia runs from the hyoid bone to the sternum?
• The vagus nerve innervates which pharyngeal elevators?
• The artery that primarily supplies the spleen and the tail of the pancreas is which of the following?
• Which is a suboccipital muscle?
• Pectoralis minor action includes ______.
• In fetal circulation, the ductus arteriosus shunts blood from which vessel to which?
• Primary segment of the digestive tract in which B12 absorption occurs.
• What are the two most prominent nervous structures in the Carotid triangle?
• Which muscle is more lateral than the levator veli palatini?
• The infraorbital nerve is a branch of which nerve from CN V2?
• The blood supply to the spinal cord is composed of which arteries?
• Muscle of mastication that is the primary retruder of the mandible
• Which nucleus sends autonomic (parasympathetic) fibers to the heart, lungs, and upper GI tract?
• Cranial nerves develop from what embryologic derivative?
• The greater petrosal nerve carries which fiber types?
• Inferior pancreaticoduodenal artery is a branch of which artery?
• The angular vein drains into which vein?
• Which nerve conveys preganglionic parasympathetic fibers destined for the pterygopalatine ganglion?
• Which type of cartilage contains both type I and type II collagen?
• Which muscle initiates abduction of the arm (first 15 degrees)?
• Which nerve continues on the superior surface of the levator palpebrae superioris and passes through the supraorbital foramen?
• C3 is also known as which cervical vertebra?
• Upper Subscapular Nerve innervates which muscle?
• Foramen spinosum transmits which structure?
• The lymphatic duct is on which side of the body?
• From which artery do the Vertebral artery, Internal thoracic artery, Thyrocervical trunk, Costocervical trunk, and Dorsal scapular artery arise?
• Which extrinsic tongue muscle is innervated by the vagus nerve?
• Leaves the facial nerve to provide parasympathetic and taste fibers to the taste buds located on the anterior 2/3 of the tongue.
• Which muscle is NOT a primary elevator of the jaw?
• The maxillary sinus drains directly into which nasal meatus?
• Which neck triangle is named after a gland?
• Which part of the humerus articulates with the radius?
• Nipple dermatome corresponds to which spinal level?
• The Temporalis inserts on which part of the mandible?
• Which muscle is a deep back muscle that extends the head and rotates to the opposite side and is located deep to the splenius capitis?
• Which artery is the first part direct branch of the axillary artery?
• Term for movement of the body in the anterior direction. i.e. being drawn forward
• The ______ innervates the 6 anterior maxillary incisors (canine to canine)
• Which muscle is NOT a rotator cuff muscle?
• After exiting the geniculate ganglion the greater petrosal nerve moves anteriorly towards the ________ and then to the lacrimal gland.
• Which artery is most often involved in coronary occlusions and is commonly bypassed in CABG surgery?
• The Nucleus Ambiguus contains which CNs?
• Which part of the conduction system is the final relay to activate the ventricles?
• Besides the tonsillar artery, which external carotid artery contributes to blood supply of the root of the tongue?
• From the basilar artery, which artery supplies the superior aspect of the cerebellum?
• In the diaphragm hiatus mnemonic, what vertebral level is associated with the aorta?
• The C2 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• Which muscle is included in the mnemonic A OF A OF A for intrinsic hand muscles?
• Which lymph nodes drain the area of the upper limb, breast, and skin above the umbilicus?
• From which vessel do the posterior cerebral arteries arise?
• Which artery serves as the direct continuation of the basilar artery to supply the occipital lobe?
• In the spleen, which pulp contains lymphoid tissue that makes antibodies?
• Which cranial nerve travels from the base of the skull to the mediastinum within the carotid sheath?
• Which lower-group dural venous sinus is named for its proximity to the sphenoid bone?
• When rotating the forearm so the palm turns outward, this motion is termed?
• Which muscle is located on the lateral border of the scapula and is a rotator cuff muscle that assists in lateral rotation of the arm and stabilizes the humeral head?
• Which muscle is NOT innervated by the oculomotor nerve's GSE?
• In the oral cavity, the lingual artery can be found between which 2 muscles?
• The lesser petrosal nerve is a branch of which cranial nerve?
• Which brain region houses Glossopharyngeal, Vagus, and Hypoglossal nuclei?
• How many cervical spinal nerves are there?
• Central hand muscles that adduct are which of the following?
• Which of the following is NOT a branch of the Thoracoacromial trunk?
• The parotid lymph nodes receive lymph from which region describe?
• The adrenal cortex is derived from which embryonic germ layer?
• Which two tonsils are covered by nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium?
• How many roots/rami comprise the Brachial Plexus?
• Which extrinsic tongue muscles are innervated by the hypoglossal nerve?
• Which artery is commonly designated as the anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA) and supplies the cerebellum?
• How many coccygeal spinal nerves are there?
• Blood supply for Layer 1 and Layer 2 superficial anterior forearm muscles is supplied by which artery?
• Which ligament limits mandibular rotation on opening?
• Which triangle contains the laryngeal branches of the vagus nerve and most of the ansa cervicalis (C1-C3 anterior rami)?
• Which artery supplies the middle pharynx?
• The Splenic artery is also known as which artery?
• Which canal carries the internal carotid sympathetic plexus?
• The facial nerve exits which foramen to enter the parotid gland and form the parotid plexus?
• Which nerve innervates palatopharyngeus?
• Frontal and maxillary sinuses drain through which structure to the middle meatus?
• The major and minor alar cartilages make up which segment of the nose?
• The geniohyoid muscle is innervated by which nerve carrying C1 fibers?
• Which muscle elevates the jaw and causes lateral movement and protrusion?
• Which muscles receive their vascular supply from a branch of the maxillary artery?
• Which three muscles are responsible for elbow flexion?
• When antigen recognition occurs by a lymphocyte, which area of the lymph node do B cells migrate to?
• Which of the following is NOT a suprahyoid muscle?
• Which nerve innervates the hypothenar muscles?
• Which artery passes through the foramen ovale?
• The ophthalmic artery is a branch of which artery?
• Which of the following is NOT an extrinsic tongue muscle?
• Which cranial nerve is the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve (CN V2)?
• Which artery is NOT a component of the Circle of Willis?
• The insertion of the sternocleidomastoid muscle is the ______.
• The hypoglossal canal transmits which nerve?
• Which nerve innervates the anterior forearm and the thenar muscles?
• Coracobrachialis is innervated by which nerve?
• Which heart valve is best heard over the apex?
• Main excretory duct of the pancreas?
• Which band contains the thin actin filaments?
• Which distal humeral feature articulates with the radius?
• Which nerve passes through the incisive canal?
• Which muscle is innervated by the thoracodorsal nerve?
• Which structure connects the lateral ventricle to the third ventricle?
• Which component of Waldeyer's ring is most closely associated with the epiglottis?
• Which pair forms the external jugular vein?
• The parasympathetic innervation to the parotid gland travels through which nerve?
• Which fascia lies between the superior constrictor and the base of the skull allowing small vessels to pass through?
• The sternoclavicular joint is classified as a ______ joint.
• Rectus capitis posterior major is a ______.
• The Greater petrosal nerve branches off CN VII at the ______ ganglion.
• Which nucleus carries SVA fibers for taste for the facial nerve?
• Which heart valve prevents reflux of blood into the left ventricle?
• Which of the following is NOT a boundary of the Submental Triangle?
• Which nerve provides cutaneous innervation to the anterior auricle?
• The action of the lateral pterygoid is to ______ the mandible
• Inguinal dermatome corresponds to which spinal level?
• The auriculotemporal nerve is a branch of which cranial nerve?
• At which vertebral level does the esophagus pierce the diaphragm?
• Which muscles are innervated by the axillary nerve?
• Which papillae are the most numerous and cover the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?
• Which vessel that passes through the foramen magnum is a vein?
• From which ganglion do postganglionic sympathetic fibers reach the pharynx?
• Which vessels pass through the internal acoustic meatus?
• The sole of the foot dermatome is associated with which spinal nerve root?
• The entire temporomandibular joint system is encapsulated in which membrane?
• Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic hand muscle?
• The anterior superior alveolar nerve is a branch of which nerve from CN V2?
• The right posterior intercostal vein drains into which vein?
• Where is the natural pacemaker (SA node) of the heart located?
• The Facial nerve exits the cranium via the ______
• According to the 60-40-20 rule, extracellular fluid accounts for what percentage of body weight?
• Which nerve innervates the Pectoralis Minor muscle?
• Which artery passes through the foramen spinosum?
• Which nerve innervates Latissimus Dorsi?
• The sternocleidomastoid muscle separates which pair of neck triangles?
• The pelvis is formed by three bones: Ilium, Ischium, Pubis. Which option correctly lists them?
• The ulna articulates with which component of the humerus?
• Which arteries supply the inner ear structures?
• Which nerve carries preganglionic parasympathetic fibers to the pterygopalatine ganglion?
• Biceps Brachii is innervated by which nerve?
• Which region of the stomach is immediately distal to the gastroesophageal junction?
• Which bones form the nasal septum?
• Which term describes the entry to the larynx from the pharynx?
• Blood supply that passes through the superior orbital fissure
• Which artery passes through the infraorbital foramen to supply the midface structures?
• PICA supplies blood to which structures?
• Elevates and protracts jaw, assists in lateral movement, active in clenching
• Which structure forms the anterior boundary of the Carotid Triangle?
• Which vein joins the anterior division of the retromandibular vein to form the common facial vein?
• The hamulus is a projection on which bone?
• Which nerve does NOT pass through the superior orbital fissure?
• The dorsal lingual artery is a branch of which artery?
• Nerves passing through the superior orbital fissure
• Which of the following lists correctly names branches of the Superior Mesenteric Artery?
• Which nerve innervates the Subclavius muscle?
• Which of the following is NOT a branch of the celiac trunk?
• The angular vein drains into which vein?
• The median nerve innervates these regions?
• Which nerve innervates the levator veli palatini?
• Which artery is a branch of the external carotid artery and primarily supplies the tongue?
• Which artery is formed by the joining of the two vertebral arteries to form the basilar artery?
• Which structure is NOT a boundary of the Occipital Triangle?
• Foramen rotundum transmits which division of CN V?
• What is another name for the pharyngeal tonsils?
• Which anatomical feature transmits the anterior and posterior ethmoidal arteries?
• The L1 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• When a patient opens the jaw, which structure slides forward to accommodate the condylar head?
• The C8 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• Mnemonic for the diaphragmatic hiatuses levels
• Which part of Waldeyer's ring is most closely associated with the epiglottis?
• What structure separates the cerebellum from the occipital lobe?
• The frontal sinus drains to the middle meatus via which duct?
• Which sinus does NOT drain into the hiatus semilunaris?
• Which nerve passes through the optic canal?
• The short head of the Biceps Brachii originates at which scapular structure?
• Three bones that make up the pelvis are:
• Which nucleus houses the somatomotor neurons that project to the medial rectus muscle?
• In the diaphragm hiatus mnemonic, what vertebral level is associated with the esophagus?
• Which blood vessel type lacks tunica media and tunica adventitia?
• The Mylohyoid nerve innervates which two muscles?
• From which cord do the Axillary and Radial nerves originate?
• The _____ artery supplies the superficial face while the _____ artery supplies the internal structures of the face.
• Mnemonic for branches of the subclavian artery?
• Which gland is housed in the hypophyseal fossa?
• Blood supply to the cecum
• Which artery primarily supplies the lacrimal gland and is a branch of the ophthalmic artery?
• Which epidermal layer is directly superficial to the stratum granulosum in most areas of the skin?
• The C6 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• The preganglionic fibers destined for the pupillary sphincter synapse in which ganglion?
• Which mnemonic begins with 'Oh Oh Oh' to recall cranial nerves?
• Which nerve supplies most infrahyoid muscles?
• Which statement about hyaline cartilage collagen is true?
• The basilar artery is formed by the fusion of which arteries?
• The hiatus semilunaris is located in the middle meatus. Where is it located?
• Which nerve innervates the Serratus Anterior?
• Which structure completes the hepatic portal triad along with the hepatic artery and bile duct?
• The long head of the Biceps Brachii originates at the ____ of the scapula?
• Which nerve supplies the skin of the posterior scalp?
• Which muscle elevates the eyebrows and opens the eyes?
• Which muscle is part of the erector spinae group and primarily extends the neck?
• Which muscles are responsible for changing the length of the vocal cords?
• The lumbar plexus is formed in which muscle?
• Tonsillar artery originates from which artery?
• The T10 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• Mnemonic for CN order and names?
• In skeletal muscle, which band contains the thick myosin filaments?
• Which brain hemorrhage is star-shaped and tends to occur due to arterial tears, though it can occur with venous tears?
• The primary palate is formed by merging of the frontonasal process with which other process?
• Which structure forms the entry pathway from the pharynx into the larynx?
• The epididymis primarily functions to what?
• Which suprahyoid muscle is innervated by the ventral rami of C1 and C2?
• Which artery is the primary supplier to the cerebral hemispheres and gives rise to the anterior and middle cerebral arteries?
• Which bony landmark serves as the origin for the internal oblique and transversus abdominis muscles?
• Before reaching the Superior Orbital Fissure, the ophthalmic nerve divides into which three major branches?
• Entry to the vocal cords is called what?
• Which artery passes through the foramen spinosum?
• Which muscle contributes to elevation of the jaw and also participates in rotation?
• Which ligament limits posterior movement of the mandible?
• Which laryngeal muscle adducts the vocal cords by moving the arytenoid cartilages inward?
• Which segment is characterized by prominent plicae circulares?
• Which artery is closely associated with the abducens nerve in the brainstem?
• The dermatome of the knee corresponds to which spinal nerve root?
• Which foramen does the Greater Petrosal nerve use to get to the Pterygopalatine Fossa?
• The inferior tympanic artery is a branch of which artery?
• Which structure is NOT a boundary of the Supraclavicular (omoclavicular) Triangle?
• Which artery is a branch of the Superior Mesenteric Artery?
• Which muscle retracts the scapula toward the vertebral column?
• Pectoralis minor's action is to ______.
• Which joint allows for maximal rotation of the head?
• The geniculate ganglion is associated with which cranial nerve?
• Largest branch of the internal carotid artery?
• Which artery supplies blood to the inferior pharynx?
• Which bone contains the superior nasal concha and middle nasal concha?
• Which muscles are active in clenching?
• Facial nerve nucleus that sends preganglionic PNS fibers to the sublingual, submandibular, lacrimal, nasal, and palatine glands
• The Retromandibular vein is formed by the union of the ________ and ________.
• Which arteries pass through the cribriform plate?
• The cavernous sinus lies lateral to which gland?
• Which region of the stomach is the lower portion?
• Carina is found at which vertebral level?
• The primary distinguishing feature of the duodenum is the presence of submucosal Brunner's glands.
• The Middle scalene muscle inserts on which rib?
• Which nerve does not pass through the jugular foramen?
• Which cranial nerve is named the Abducens nerve and is responsible for lateral gaze?
• The middle meningeal nerve is a branch of which nerve?
• Vascular supply for the masseter muscle is provided by which artery?
• Which artery arises from the basilar artery and supplies the superior surface of the cerebellum?
• From which part of the axillary artery does the Subscapular artery arise?
• The otic ganglion is associated with parasympathetic supply to which gland?
• In the diaphragm hiatus mnemonic, what vertebral level is associated with the inferior vena cava?
• Which nerve emerges from between the two heads of the lateral pterygoid muscle?
• Movement in the upper joint compartment of the TMJ is primarily which type?
• Which anatomical landmark forms the superior border of the pelvis and is palpable as a curved ridge on the ilium?
• Which artery supplies the occipital lobe primarily?
• Which neck triangle provides the best access to the Spinal Accessory Nerve?
• Gomphosis is an example of which joint type?
• Which nerve is sensory to the lateral neck and earlobe?
• Which artery is supplied partly by the maxillary artery and partly by the facial artery via anastomosis?
• Which nerves innervate the descending and sigmoid colon, along with the rectum and anus?
• Which Le Fort fracture involves the whole middle part of the face, with orbits cracked and zygomatic bone involvement?
• Movement in the lower joint compartment of the TMJ is primarily which type?
• Which muscle of the soft palate would be affected if the hamulus were fractured?
• The main branch of the sacral plexus is the _____, the largest nerve in the body.
• Sensation to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is provided by which nerve?
• The crescent-shaped opening in the middle meatus used for drainage from frontal and maxillary sinuses is called what?
• Which artery connects the two anterior cerebral arteries at the base of the brain?
• Intervertebral discs are made up of which kind of cartilage?
• Which muscles constitute the pharyngeal elevators?
• Which statement best describes Le Fort I fracture?
• The Lumbar plexus (L1-L4) is formed in which muscle?
• Which three groups of tonsils comprise Waldeyer's Ring?
• Elevates and retracts jaw, assists in rotation, active in clenching
• Innervation for Triceps Brachii and Anconeus?
• The ulnar nerve innervates these regions?
• How many thoracic spinal nerves are there?
• Which neck fascial layer allows infection to move from the base of the skull to the pelvis?
• Which muscle retracts and depresses the tongue?
• Which two veins merge to form the brachiocephalic vein just before entering the superior vena cava?
• Which opening allows CSF to pass from the fourth ventricle into the subarachnoid space?
• Which structures prevent particulate matter from ending up on the vocal cords?
• Which nerve innervates the maxillary premolars and the mesial half of the first maxillary molar?
• Which brain hemorrhage progresses rapidly and forms a lens-shaped hematoma?
• The insertion of the sphenomandibular ligament is at which structure?
• The tensor veli palatini is innervated by which nerve?
• The Transversospinalis group consists of Semispinalis, Multifidus, and Rotatores.
• Which artery is a branch of the common hepatic artery?
• The cavernous sinus lies in which fossa?
• Levator Scapulae is innervated by which nerve?
• Which muscle is a thenar intrinsic muscle?
• Which nerve innervates the superior oblique muscle?
• CN responsible for shifting gaze laterally.
• Which fascial layer is considered the most dangerous, forming the so-called danger space?
• Which artery is formed by the union of the vertebral arteries?
• Obliquus capitis inferior is a suboccipital muscle.
• Vascular supply for the mylohyoid muscle is provided by which artery?
• The apex of the heart is located at the level of the which intercostal space?
• Which statement about the corpus cavernosum is correct?
• Lymphatics from the posterior third of the tongue drain into which nodes?
• Which artery is the principal supplier to the posterior maxillary teeth?
• Which congenital syndrome is characterized by absent thymus and parathyroid glands and profound T cell immunodeficiency?
• From which germ layer is the pituitary gland derived?
• Which dural sinus drains cavernous sinus into the internal jugular vein via the jugular foramen?
• Which cells located in the crypts of Lieberkuhn secrete antibacterial enzymes to maintain the GI barrier?
• Motor neurons are located as close as possible to the _____?
• Which artery is a branch of the SMA that supplies the transverse colon?
• Which artery is NOT a branch of the common hepatic artery?
• Loss of voice is generally due to injury to the ______ nerve.
• Vesicular branches supplying the urinary bladder arise from which artery?
• The nose is composed of which type of cartilage?
• Which neck triangle is named after a skull landmark?
• Which structure forms part of the roof of the sella turcica, covering the pituitary gland?
• Which artery is a major branch of the internal carotid that gives rise to the central retinal artery?
• Which muscle is a rotator cuff muscle responsible for lateral rotation and is located on the lateral border of the scapula?
• Which muscle elevates and draws the hyoid forward?
• Which nerve is the spinal accessory nerve and its nucleus?
• Which artery supplies the dorsal posterior 1/3 of the tongue?
• The vagus nerve innervates which extrinsic tongue muscle?
• Which nerve becomes the lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve?
• The cavernous sinus transmits which pair of structures?
• Which nerve is responsible for sensory innervation to the lacrimal gland?
• At the level of the inferior border of the 1st costal cartilage, the brachiocephalic veins unite to form which vein?
• Posterior gastric arteries are branches of which artery?
• Which artery supplies the tip of the tongue?
• Which cranial nerve provides parasympathetic innervation to the parotid gland?
• Which nerve innervates the pericardium?
• Preganglionic parasympathetic axons from the Edinger-Westphal nucleus project to the ciliary ganglion. After synapsing, they pass either to which structures?
• Splanchnic nerves originate from which part of the sympathetic chain?
• Which rib does the posterior scalene insert on?
• Which is the third listed branch of the common hepatic artery?
• The extraocular muscles are supplied by which artery?
• Biceps brachii is the major what movement at the elbow joint and what movement of the forearm?
• Which artery passes through the stylomastoid foramen?
• The cricothyroid muscle is innervated by which nerve?
• The ureter connects to which part of the kidney to convey urine to the urinary bladder?
• Which cranial nerve passes through the cavernous sinus?
• The epiglottic cartilage attaches to which thyroid-type cartilage?
• Which structure does the inferior thyroid artery primarily supply blood to?
• List the rotator cuff muscles.
• Which joint type is an example of a synarthrosis?
• The sublingual salivary glands receive postganglionic parasympathetic innervation from which ganglion?
• Which structure is a content of the cavernous sinus?
• The ____ subclavian artery arises from the brachiocephalic trunk.
• The artery that supplies the right ventricle is commonly termed which branch?
• The oculomotor nerve traverses the brain between which two arteries?
• The nerve that innervates the posterior arm and forearm, including the triceps, is the ______.
• The posterior intercostal veins drain into which veins on the right and left respectively?
• The T4 dermatome corresponds to which body region?
• Brunner's glands are located as submucosal glands in which part of the small intestine?
• Tongue papilla that lacks taste is which type?
• Where does the greatest drop in systemic blood pressure occur?
• Which artery supplies the lateral surface of the frontal and parietal lobes, including the primary motor and sensory areas for the face and upper limb?
• Which structure forms the posterior attachment of the lateral pterygoid?
• Blood supply for the pituitary gland includes which arteries?
• The anterior interventricular artery is a branch of which main coronary artery?
• Which artery supplies the masseter muscle?
• Mnemonic for branches of the axillary artery?
• The anteromedial floor of the carotid canal in the petrous portion of the temporal bone is open to the nasopharynx through which foramen?
• Which nuclei are associated with the glossopharyngeal nerve?
• The dermatome for the thumb corresponds to which spinal level?
• Which vein passes through the superior orbital fissure?
• Largest bone of the pelvis is the:
• Which nerve passes through the carotid canal?
• Which nerves supply the tympanic membrane?
• How many subdivisions does the Posterior Triangle have?
• Which foramen transmits the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve?
• Vessels supplying blood to the bronchi are called:
• Which cervical vertebra is described as having no spine, no body, anterior articular cavity for dens, and superior articulations for the skull?
• The lesser horn is a feature of which bone?
• Which statement correctly describes the embryonic origins of the adrenal glands?
• Which sinus is the direct continuation of the transverse sinus?
• How many lobes does the right lung have?
• The afferent limb of the gag reflex to the pharyngeal mucosa is supplied by which nerve?
• Which set comprises the three mandibular ligaments?
• There are ____ ribs on each side:
• Through which opening does the pterygopalatine fossa communicate with the infratemporal fossa?
• The branch of the mandibular part of the maxillary artery that passes through the foramen spinosum is the ____
• Which artery forms part of the Circle of Willis by connecting the two anterior cerebral arteries?
• Long ciliary nerves are branches from which nerve?
• Which artery passes through the carotid canal?
• The principal distinguishing feature of the ileum is the presence of ______.
• The Lingula is a landmark on the mandible associated with attachment of which ligament?
• The carotid sinus relation is true for which cartilage?
• Which of the following is NOT a suprahyoid muscle?
• Which muscle originates from the zygomatic arch?
• Which artery supplies the superior aspect of the cerebellum?
• The posterior cerebral artery typically originates from which vessel in the posterior circulation?
• Which zone contains ONLY thick filaments?
• Which sequence correctly lists the components of the cardiac conduction pathway from the SA node to the ventricles?
• Which muscle is a prominent part of the deep back and extends the neck, belonging to the erector spinae group at the cervical level?
• The Cribriform plate is part of the ____ bone.
• A 32-year-old woman has hoarseness in her voice, and her uvula is deviated to the left on phonation. Which nerve is most likely damaged?
• The ________ provides the primary superficial drainage of the face
• Which muscle covers the Anterior Triangle of the neck?
• The greater petrosal nerve unites with the deep petrosal nerve to form which nerve?
• According to the material, the Pterygopalatine ganglion is described as being off which nerve?
• Sensory nerve fibers in the dental pulp originate in which ganglion?
• Which muscles are responsible for closing the jaw?
• Which statement correctly identifies the primary lymphoid organs?
• Which organ is a secondary lymphoid organ that filters lymph?
• Which artery passes through the foramen magnum?
• Middle finger dermatome corresponds to which spinal nerve?
• Which artery supplies the ventral surface of the tongue?
• Which nerve innervates the diaphragm?
• Which of the following is NOT among the contents of the superior orbital fissure?
• Which artery is formed by the fusion of the bilateral vertebral arteries and contributes to the brain's posterior circulation?
• Which muscle rotates the arytenoid cartilage outward and toward the side to abduct the vocal cords and open the rima glottidis?
• The efferent limb of the gag reflex to the pharyngeal mucosa is supplied by which nerve?
• Which CN Nuclei are located in the Medulla (IX, X, XII)?
• The stylopharyngeus muscle is innervated by which nerve?
• The transition between the posterior one-third and anterior two-thirds of the tongue is marked by which structure?
• The stylohyoid ligament attaches to which part of the hyoid bone to support its weight?
• The abducens nerve is immediately posterior to which artery?
• Which of the following is NOT a branch of the Splenic artery?
• In the ileum, which structure is important for immune surveillance?
• Which muscle is a superficial muscle of the back that extends the neck and rotates the head to the same side?
• Artery most often occluded in a stroke?
• Which nerve exits the skull via the stylomastoid foramen?
• Which nerve is NOT an infraclavicular branch of the brachial plexus?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the upper group dural venous sinuses?
• Inside of forearm and elbow dermatome corresponds to which nerve root?
• In which ligament is the splenic artery located?
• Mnemonic for branches of the thoracoacromial artery?
• What structure separates the two lobes of the cerebellum?
• Which statement is true about the oculomotor nerve?
• The root of the tongue is supplied by the tonsillar artery, which originates from which artery?
• Which statement about the corpus cavernosum is correct?
• Which vein drains the facial region and empties into the internal jugular vein?
• The first branch off the abdominal aorta is which of the following?
• The danger triangle of the face refers to which region?
• Tears drain from the eye and exit via the nose through which duct?
• What is the name of the ring of lymphoid tissue consisting of the lingual, palatine, and pharyngeal tonsils?
• The greater petrosal nerve carries which fibers?
• Which two muscles are the primary elevators of the jaw?
• Which arteries provide the major blood supply to the brain?
• Which artery passes through the petrotympanic fissure?
• The stylohyoid muscle is innervated by which nerve?
• Which statement correctly identifies the pacemaker of the heart and its location?
• Which nucleus provides motor innervation of pharynx, larynx, upper esophagus?
• Which muscle protracts the scapula?
• Which forehead artery is a branch of the ophthalmic artery and runs above the orbit?
• The facial artery is a branch of which artery?
• Which is more medial and posterior: palatoglossus or palatopharyngeus?
• Which nerve passes through the superior orbital fissure?
• Which artery is a branch of the basilar artery and part of Circle of Willis?
• The splanchnic nerves arise from which structure?
• Which joint is associated with the movement described where the articular disk slides forward to accommodate the condylar head?
• Which CNs are found in the Nucleus Solitarius? (VII, IX, X)
• Which nerve is sensory to the anterior neck?
• Which arteries supply the choroid and outer retina?
• The optic nerve passes through which canal?
• The sphenoid sinus drains directly into which recess?
• Which muscle laterally rotates the arm?
• In the spleen, red pulp primarily contains which structure?
• Which artery is a branch of the SMA that supplies the jejunum and ileum?
• The deep temporal nerves are branches of which nerve?
• A venous hemorrhage between the dura and arachnoid is known as which type of hematoma?
• Which artery gives rise to the posterior cerebral arteries in the typical posterior circulation?
• Which CN nucleus is located on the spinal cord?
• The facial vein eventually drains into which vein?
• Which nerve supplies the teres minor muscle?
• An arterial bleed occurring in the space between the periosteum and dura is called what?
• Which artery is NOT a contributor to Kiesselbach's area?
• Submandibular (digastric) Triangle is bounded by (3):
• Which nerve predominantly innervates the subscapularis muscle?
• Which nasal meatus is associated with tear drainage via the nasolacrimal duct?
• Triceps dermatome corresponds to which spinal nerve?
• Which organ is drained by the celiac lymph nodes?
• What is the line that runs down the middle of the tongue called?
• Nerve located directly on the lateral surface of the medial pterygoid?
• Through the foramen rotundum, which cranial nerve travels?
• Which muscle extends the neck and can rotate the head, arising from the transverse processes and attaching to the spinous processes in the upper thoracic region?
• Medial Cord gives rise to which nerves?
• The external jugular drains into which vein?
• Supraspinatus is innervated by which nerve?
• Innervates Flexor carpi ulnaris, half of Flexor digitorum profundus, and hypothenar musculature.
• Which artery accompanies the Great Cardiac Vein?
• Umbilicus dermatome corresponds to which spinal level?
• 2 Posterior Triangle subdivisions:
• Mnemonic for CN functions (Sensory, Motor, Both)?
• The Carotid Triangle is bounded by (3):
• Which artery is a direct branch of the maxillary artery that supplies the external auditory canal?
• The carotid sinus is located near the upper border of which cartilage?
• All of the rotator cuff muscles' insertion is the ______.
• Which nerve passes through the foramen ovale in addition to the mandibular nerve?
• The vertebral artery is a branch of which artery?
• The Glenohumeral joint is classified as a ball-and-socket joint of which type?
• Which nerve most commonly innervates the pectoralis major muscle?
• Lateral Cord of the Brachial Plexus gives rise to which nerves?
• The infraorbital nerve is a branch of which division of the trigeminal nerve?
• Which artery is NOT a branch of the celiac trunk?
• The inferior vena cava passes through the diaphragm at the level of which vertebrae?
• The transverse facial artery is a branch of which artery?
• Innervation of Serratus posterior superior and inferior is provided by which nerves?
• Which four areas of the GI tract are innervated by the pelvic splanchnic nerves?
• Which lymph node group drains the tip of the tongue and the floor of the mouth?
• Hyaline cartilage contains exclusively which type of collagen?
• Which papillae lack taste buds?
• Which arteries are branches of the common hepatic artery?
• Which artery forms the connection between the left and right anterior cerebral arteries?
• Neurons relay impulses to the somatomotor nucleus of the oculomotor nerve, whose axons pass directly to the medial rectus muscle via CN III. Which eye movement results?
• The insertion (posterior attachment) of the lateral pterygoid muscle is the ______.
• Which dermatome maps to the back of the neck and upper trapezius region?
• Nerve that penetrates the thyrohyoid membrane to supply mucous membranes of the larynx above the vocal cords
• Which artery has Vertebral, Internal thoracic, Thyrocervical, Costocervical, and Dorsal scapular branches?
• The levator veli palatini is innervated by which nerve (from the pharyngeal plexus)?
• Which muscle protracts the scapula and anchors it to the thoracic wall?
• Which CN nuclei are located in the Midbrain (III, IV)?
• Which artery supplies the anterior two-thirds of the spinal cord?
• The infraorbital nerve carries sensory information from the upper lip.
• The anterior intercostal veins drain into which veins?
• T cells are produced in which organ and mature in which organ?
• Which eye muscle elevates, abducts, and rotates the eye laterally?
• Which brain structure passes through the foramen magnum?
• The nasolacrimal duct drains into which nasal meatus via the nasolacrimal canal?
• The Chorda tympani exits the middle ear via the _______ to enter the infratemporal fossa
• Which nerve provides sensory innervation to the upper eyelids and the skin of the forehead?
• How many sacral spinal nerves are there?
• Foramen ovale transmits which division of CN V?
• The dermatome for the back of the head corresponds to which spinal level?
• Fibrocartilage contains which mix of collagen types?
• Which neck triangle is located near the clavicle?
• Greater petrosal nerve carries preganglionic parasympathetic fibers destined for which ganglion?
• The lesser petrosal nerve synapses in which ganglion?
• The cricopharyngeus part of the inferior pharyngeal constrictor is innervated by which branch of the vagus nerve?
• Which ligament has insertions on the neck of the condylar process?
• Flexor digitorum profundus receives arterial supply from which arteries?
• The dermatome for the sole of the foot belongs to which spinal nerve root?
• The afferent nerve fibers that innervate the pharyngeal mucosa involved in the gag reflex are from the _______
• Tensor veli palatini receives its innervation from which division of the trigeminal nerve?
• Which two suprahyoid muscles are innervated by the facial nerve?
• The artery that supplies Layer 1 and Layer 2 superficial forearm muscles is:
• The geniculate ganglion on the facial nerve is composed of which fiber types?
• Which lymph nodes drain the liver, stomach, spleen, pancreas, and upper duodenum?
• The boundary between the anterior two-thirds and posterior one-third of the tongue is marked by which structure?
• Which brain region houses the Oculomotor and Trochlear nuclei?
• Which nerve passes through the foramen spinosum?
• The dermatome for the top of the shoulder corresponds to which spinal level?
• Muscles of mastication responsible for opening
• Which artery is NOT a branch of the external carotid artery?
• Which muscle elevates and retracts the jaw, and is active in clenching?
• Which of the following lists the four main regions of the stomach?
• Cutaneous innervation for posterior of auricle and posterior helix and antihelix?
• Blood supply to the medial and lateral pterygoid muscles and the tensor veli palatini is provided by which artery?
• Jugular foramen transmits which nerves?
• Which artery that is a branch of the facial artery from the external carotid supplies the root of the tongue?
• Which artery primarily supplies the medial frontal and parietal lobes?
• Two branches of the sphenopalatine artery that supply the nasal cavity and Kiesselbach's area are the
• The parotid gland produces serous secretions.
• Peyer's patches are primarily located in which segment?
• Which option lists all four branches of the ophthalmic nerve?
• Which neck triangle is named for the region under the chin?
• The splenic artery can be found in which ligament?
• Which artery is a major branch of the celiac trunk?
• Which two muscles are innervated by the facial nerve among the suprahyoid muscles?
• Which artery is the major supplier to the lateral aspects of the cerebral hemispheres?
• Which structure of Waldeyer's ring is most closely associated with the epiglottis?
• The sternocleidomastoid muscle originates from which structures?
• Cooper's ligaments are fibrous bands that function to support the breast.
• Which fascia runs from the hyoid to the diaphragm?
• The splenic artery is also known as which artery?
• Adult remnant of the ductus arteriosus is called what?
• The inferior fold of the vocal cords is also known as the ______.
• The external jugular vein is formed from the posterior division of the retromandibular vein and which other vein?
• Which three structures form Waldeyer's Ring?
• Which nerve supplies the mucosa over the vomer?
• Which region of the stomach is the enlarged portion distal to the cardia and located above and to the left of the gastroesophageal opening?
• Which nerve innervates the Latissimus Dorsi muscle?
• Which artery supplies the occipital lobe via the posterior circulation?
• Taste fibers from the soft palate travel with which branch after branching from the facial nerve?
• Opening the jaw is primarily performed by which muscle?
• In small arteries, the tunica media is primarily composed of what?
• Much of the weight of the mandible is supported by the ______ ligament of the TMJ
• Which lung has three lobes?
• Which lymph node group would enlarge with scalp infections above the parotid gland?
• Which nucleus conveys visceral sensory information such as taste, baroreceptors, and gut distention?
• Which muscle elevates the hyoid and depresses the jaw?
• The GVE component of the oculomotor nerve provides parasympathetic innervation to which two muscles?
• Which bone does NOT enclose the nasal cavity?
• C2 is also known as which cervical vertebra?
• The cell bodies of the Oculomotor nerve are located in the ____.
• Which muscle is a rotator cuff muscle?
• Which structure passes through the Jugular Foramen?
• The GSE component of the oculomotor nerve innervates which group of muscles?
• What is the name of an arterial hemorrhage between the periosteum and dura?
• Which muscle changes the angle between the thyroid and cricoid cartilages to increase tension on the vocal cords?
• The intrinsic muscles of the back that comprise the Transversospinalis are which?
• Which epidermal layer is present only in thick skin?
• Which artery forms part of the posterior circulation and supplies the occipital lobes?
• Where is the epididymis located on the testis?
• Blood supply for Kiesselbach area comes from which three main sources?
• Which muscles make up the Erector spinae group?
• The nerve responsible for increasing tension of the vocal cords by acting on the cricothyroid muscle is the?
• The carina is located at which vertebral level?
• The superior pharyngeal constrictor starts at the ______ and ends at the ______.
• Blood supply to the palatine tonsils comes from which artery?
• Which pair of muscles prevents food from entering the larynx during swallowing?
• The superior labial nerve is a branch off the ______.
• The central retinal artery arises from which artery?
• Which eight bones enclose the nasal cavity?
• Which arteries supply the anterior portion of the eyeball and are branches of the ophthalmic artery?
• Which muscle elevates the eyelid and is innervated by the oculomotor nerve?
• Which nerve supplies palatoglossus?
• The preganglionic parasympathetic fibers to the ciliary ganglion originate from which nucleus?
• Elevation of the hyoid bone is performed by which group of muscles?
• All of the muscles of the floor of the oral cavity insert into which structure?
• Choose the correct sequence for CSF flow starting at the choroid plexus.
• Infraspinatus is innervated by which nerve?
• Which ligament has insertions on the neck of the condylar process?
• Which cranial nerves provide SVE fibers to the pharyngeal muscles?
• Which artery is a branch of the SMA that supplies the midgut including the cecum and proximal colon?
• The internal acoustic meatus transmits which nerves?
• Which two cartilage types have only type 2 collagen according to the source?
• The arterial circle at the base of the brain that provides collateral circulation is called what?
• Innervates the arm flexors including biceps brachii, brachialis, and coracobrachialis; Becomes the lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve.
• Which artery supplies the sublingual gland and floor of the mouth—the Sublingual region?
• The portal vein is formed behind the neck of the pancreas by the union of which veins?
• The Crista Galli is a projection of which bone?
• The brachial plexus extends from spinal nerves _____?
• Which Le Fort fracture involves the entire maxilla, including cheek bones and nose?
• Innervates forearm flexor muscles and hand thenar musculature except FCU and half FDP?
• Which muscle protrudes the tongue (sticks out)?
• Which muscle of the soft palate is connected to the pharyngotympanic tube?
• Injury to which nerve would cause the tongue to deviate to the left on protrusion?
• Which artery has Acromial, Pectoral, Clavicular, and Deltoid branches?
• Which vessel passes through the Condylar Canal?
• The Vagus nerve supplies parasympathetic fibers to which segments of the large intestine?
• The recurrent laryngeal nerve off the vagus supplies which Laryngeal muscles? (5)
• Which artery passes through the hiatus of canal for Lesser Petrosal Nerve?
• Which artery is NOT among the arteries contributing to Kiesselbach's area?
• Which cranial nerve innervates the stylopharyngeus muscle?
• Which muscle extends the humerus and is innervated by the thoracodorsal nerve?
• What term describes air in the chest, often due to a penetrating wound?
• Bands of fibrous tissue that connect bone to bone are called what?
• What are the origin and insertion of the masseter?
• Following a penetration injury in the submandibular triangle, the tongue deviates to the left on protrusion. Which nerve is injured?
• Which artery accompanies the nerve to the pterygoid canal?
• Which canal carries the fibers of the greater petrosal nerve to reach the pterygopalatine fossa?
• Which artery passes through the incisive canal?
• What is the name of the large posterior bulge of the ulna, commonly referred to as the elbow or "funny bone"?
• Which organ is the largest single mass of lymphoid tissue in the body?
• Which nerve innervates the serratus anterior muscle?
• The Wrist joint is classified as a _____ joint.
• Which artery is a branch of the Splenic artery?
• Which muscle assists in opening the pharyngeal orifice of the auditory tube during swallowing?
• The hepatic veins drain into which large vein?
• Cutaneous innervation for interior auricle (2)?
• The end of a long bone with spongy bone surrounded by compact bone is called the...
• Which portion of the duodenum does the Ampulla of Vater empty into?
• Sperm are produced in which structure?
• The sphenomandibular ligament attaches to which structure on the mandible?
• Movements moving toward the midline of the body are termed what?
• Which nerve innervates the extensor muscles of the arm (brachium) and forearm (antebrachium)?
• How many spinal nerves are there in total, by region, according to the standard classification?
• Which nerve is sensory to the midface region?
• Which bone forms the superior boundary of the pterygopalatine fossa?
• Which artery travels with the axillary nerve in the quadrangular space?
• In large arteries, the tunica media is predominantly composed of which component?
• Which structure is NOT contained within the cavernous sinus?
• Which nerve does NOT contribute to TMJ sensation?
• Which structure forms a ring-shaped fold that allows passage of the infundibulum of the pituitary gland?
• Which of the following is NOT a neck triangle?
• Which muscle is a suboccipital muscle forming part of the deep neck muscle group and attaches from the posterior arch of the atlas to the occipital bone?
• Posterior Cord gives rise to which nerves?
• Which muscle extends the humerus and adducts the arm?
• The adrenal medulla arises from which embryonic cell lineage?
• Which mnemonic describes the exit locations of the divisions of CN V?
• Which nerve provides sensory innervation to the upper eyelid and lacrimal gland?
• Parasympathetic and taste fibers leave the facial nerve via what 2 branches?
• The left atrium and left ventricle receive their major arterial supply from which coronary artery branch?