Question

1) Which of the following is NOT one of the arteries seen in thecarotid triangle once the sternocleidomastoid muscle and commonfacial vein have been reflected?

a) facial artery

b) internal jugular vein

c) superior thyroid artery

d) internal carotid artery

e) lingual artery

f) occipital artery

2) When trying to locate the parotid duct, a physician wouldconsider each of the following relationships EXCEPT

1. its opening can be seen in the vestibule of the mouth oppositethe upper 2nd premolar tooth
2. it extends from the anterior border of the parotid gland
3. it can be palpated as it crosses the face, superficial to themasseter muscle
4. it is inferior to the zygomatic arch
5. it is superior to the zygomatic arch