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| Head-Ears-Nose-Throat : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College | | : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens | | : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens | | Slide 4 : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens | | Thyroid : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 | | Lymphatics : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas | | Vasculature : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature | | Vasculature : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature | | Head Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries | | Head Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated | | Neck Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated | | Normal findings : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits | | Normal findings : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries | | Nose : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose | | Nose : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia | | Mouth and Throat : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat | | Mouth and Throat : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat | | Mouth and Throat : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? | | Nasal – Oral Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X | | Tonsillar grading : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading | | Cheilosis : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis | | Herpes simplex : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex | | Dental caries : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries | | Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) | | Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) | | Anatomy review : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) Anatomy review Ears
Functions
Identification, localization, and interpretation of sound and maintenance of equilibrium
External ear - cartilage covered with skin
Auditory canal leads to middle ear
Protected with cerumen (wax)
Middle ear - air filled cavity in temporal bone with ossicles that transmit sound to inner ear | | Anatomy review : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) Anatomy review Ears
Functions
Identification, localization, and interpretation of sound and maintenance of equilibrium
External ear - cartilage covered with skin
Auditory canal leads to middle ear
Protected with cerumen (wax)
Middle ear - air filled cavity in temporal bone with ossicles that transmit sound to inner ear Anatomy review Ear
Tympanic membrane separates external ear from middle ear - normally pearly grey in color
The cochlea transmits sound to the brain by the eighth cranial nerve | | External Ear : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) Anatomy review Ears
Functions
Identification, localization, and interpretation of sound and maintenance of equilibrium
External ear - cartilage covered with skin
Auditory canal leads to middle ear
Protected with cerumen (wax)
Middle ear - air filled cavity in temporal bone with ossicles that transmit sound to inner ear Anatomy review Ear
Tympanic membrane separates external ear from middle ear - normally pearly grey in color
The cochlea transmits sound to the brain by the eighth cranial nerve External Ear | | Ear Cross section : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) Anatomy review Ears
Functions
Identification, localization, and interpretation of sound and maintenance of equilibrium
External ear - cartilage covered with skin
Auditory canal leads to middle ear
Protected with cerumen (wax)
Middle ear - air filled cavity in temporal bone with ossicles that transmit sound to inner ear Anatomy review Ear
Tympanic membrane separates external ear from middle ear - normally pearly grey in color
The cochlea transmits sound to the brain by the eighth cranial nerve External Ear Ear Cross section | | Tympanic Membrane : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexus
Sinuses
Mucous membrane and cilia Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Mouth and Throat Functions
Structure Nasal – Oral Exam External nose
Inspect
Deviation, shape, size, color, discharge, flaring, narrowing
Palpate
Displacement, tenderness, masses
Patency Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal cavity
Speculum exam
Inspect
Septum, turbinates, mucosa
Abnormalities Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Sinuses
Inspect, palpate, percuss Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Nasal – Oral Exam Lips
Inspect/ palpate
Symmetry, color, edema, and surface abnormalities
Teeth/ gums/ buccal mucosa
Inspect
Occlusion (CN V trigeminal)
Tongue blade and pen light to inspect
Glove to palpate
How many teeth? Condition? Nasal – Oral Exam Oral cavity
Inspect tongue
Swelling, size, color, ulcerations, coating
CN XII – extend tongue
Say “AHHHH” – CN IX and X
Oropharynx
Inspect with tongue blade and pen light
Gag reflex – CN IX and X Tonsillar grading Cheilosis Herpes simplex Dental caries Apthous ulcer (cancer sore) Oral leukoplakia (?HIV) Anatomy review Ears
Functions
Identification, localization, and interpretation of sound and maintenance of equilibrium
External ear - cartilage covered with skin
Auditory canal leads to middle ear
Protected with cerumen (wax)
Middle ear - air filled cavity in temporal bone with ossicles that transmit sound to inner ear Anatomy review Ear
Tympanic membrane separates external ear from middle ear - normally pearly grey in color
The cochlea transmits sound to the brain by the eighth cranial nerve External Ear Ear Cross section Tympanic Membrane | | The Exam : Head-Ears-Nose-Throat Michael Zychowicz, DNP, RNFA, NP-C
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College Skull
Bony vault protecting brain
Attachment sites for muscles
Neck
Cervical vertebrae
Vertebrae prominens Thyroid Largest endocrine gland in the body
2 lobes connected by isthmus
Secretes T3/ T4 Lymphatics Filtering of pathogens and foreign substances
Entire network works with CV system
Fluid re-uptake at capillary areas Vasculature Vasculature Head Exam Inspect
Head and facial features
Size, shape, and symmetry
Hair texture, color, and distribution
Skull characteristics
Enlargement of salivary glands
Palpate
Feel facial bones and skull from front to back
Palpate arteries Head Exam Percussion
Percuss sinuses
Auscultation
Listen for vascular abnormalities over temporal region if indicated Neck Exam Inspect
Inspect symmetry of muscles
Note any neck fullness
Note jugular vein and carotid artery distribution
Check for masses, skin folds, or asymmetry
Evaluate range of motion and strength of muscles
Palpation
Evaluate trachea position
Palpate thyroid
Auscultate thyroid if indicated Normal findings Full range of motion
CN XI intact (turn head/ shrug shoulders)
Trachea is midline, smooth, nontender, and movable
Thyroid lobes are small, smooth, and free of nodules
Pregnant women may have larger thyroid palpable with bruits Normal findings Older adults may have a nodular thyroid
Older adults may also have weakness or impaired balance which predisposes them for falling and head injuries Nose Nose Function
Odors, air, sound
Structure
Bone/ skin/ cartilage
Mucous membrane
Septum/ cribiform plate/ kiesselbach plexu |
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