Author Question: The nurse educates the client about the major functions of the nose and sinuses. Which structure is ... (Read 89 times)

imanialler · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse educates the client about the major functions of the nose and sinuses. Which structure is specifically responsible for filtering, moistening, and warming air that enters the lower portion of the respiratory tract?

1. Olfactory cells.
2. Columella.
3. Turbinates.
4. Nares.

Question 2

The client is experiencing the effects of a recent cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The client is unable to smell. Which cranial nerve was most likely affected by the CVA?

1. Cranial nerve I.
2. Cranial nerve XII.
3. Cranial nerve VIII.
4. Cranial nerve VII.

TheNamesImani · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

The superior, middle, and inferior turbinates are specifically responsible for warming, moistening, and filtering the air before it enters the trachea and lungs. The olfactory cells assist the client to smell. The columella is located at the base of the nose and helps form the nares. The nares are structures that lead into the internal vestibule and nasal cavity.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
The sense of smell is controlled by cranial nerve I. Tongue movement is controlled by cranial nerve XII. The sense of taste is controlled by cranial nerves VII and IX. Hearing and balance is controlled by cranial nerve VIII.