I. Anatomy & Physiology II. Health History
B. Headaches C. Swelling of face, jaws, and mastoid process D. Sinus infections E. Nasal discharge (post nasal drip) F. Prolonged nosebleeds G. Medication use H. Mouth lesions I. Difficulty swallowing/chewing J. Voice hoarseness K. Allergies L. Neck injury/neck surgery M. Use of tobacco N. Bruxism O. Mouth care
b. Hair distribution c. Symmetry and contour
c. Facial lesions, rash, swelling, and redness d. Abnormal movement
b. Temporal artery pulses c. Palpate the temporomandibular joints
b. Deformity, swelling, discoloration c. Flaring of nares d. Direct inspection with nasal speculum and penlight
D. Sinuses
2. Palpate for tenderness 3. Percuss for tenderness 4. Transillumination E. Mouth and Oropharynx
b. Oral mucosa c. Gingival surfaces d. Condition of teeth e. Tongue
- Hypoglossal nerve function (CN 12) - Examine underside - Lingual frenulum g. Tonsils
2. Palpate
3. Examine oropharynx with tongue depressor and penlight (glossopharyngeal vagus nerves)
b. Masses c. Scars d. Ability to swallow (larynx, trachea, and thyroid will all rise)
4. Thyroid gland- inspect, palpate, and auscultate 5. Carotid arteries- inspect, palpate, and auscultate 6. Jugular venous distention
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