Velopharyngeal Closure Refers to

question 5

Multiple Choice

Velopharyngeal closure refers to

• A) Elevation of the uvula into the nasal cavity
• B) Elevation of the hard palate
• C) Contact of the velum with the lateral and posterior pharyngeal walls
• D) Contact of the uvula and the epiglottis

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Definitions:

Zygomatic Arch

The bony arch on the side of the skull forming the prominence of the cheek, connecting the zygomatic bone to the temporal bone.

Temporomandibular Joint

The hinge joint that connects the jaw to the temporal bones of the skull, allowing movement for chewing and talking.

Occipital Bone

A cranial bone located at the back and lower part of the skull which houses the occipital lobes of the brain.

Anterior Fontanel

The largest soft spot on a baby's skull, located at the top front, which allows for growth of the brain and skull during an infant's first year.