What is the primary function of the tonsils?

• Absorb nutrients from food

• Filter bacteria to prevent infections

• Produce hormones for immunity

• Store red blood cells

Which symptom is NOT commonly associated with tonsillitis?

• Sore throat

• Enlarged tonsils

• High fever

• Vision impairment

Which of the following is an indication for a tonsillectomy?

• One episode of tonsillitis per year

• Upper airway obstruction due to tonsillar hypertrophy

• Chronic tonsillitis responding well to antibiotics

• Mild sore throat without recurrent infections

What is a recommended dietary practice after a tonsillectomy?

• Start with hot and spicy foods

• Resume a regular diet immediately after the procedure

• Begin with clear liquids, then progress to soft, mushy foods

• Avoid all liquids for the first week

What is the purpose of using a Boyle-Davis mouth gag during a tonsillectomy?

• To anchor the patient's lips securely

• To allow neck extension and stabilize the surgical field

• To prevent the patient from swallowing during surgery

• To control bleeding in the tonsillar bed

What is a tracheostomy?

• A medical condition affecting the vocal cords

• A surgically made opening in the trachea through the neck

• A procedure to diagnose lung infections

• An incision in the esophagus to aid digestion

What is the primary function of a tracheostomy tube?

• To diagnose respiratory infections

• To allow the vocal cords to vibrate

• To keep the airway patent and facilitate removal of lung secretions

• To support digestive functions

Which of the following is an indication for performing a tracheostomy?

• Subglottic stenosis

• Gastrointestinal blockage

• Bronchitis

• Heart failure

In what scenario might local anesthesia be used for a tracheostomy procedure?

• When the patient is a child

• When general anesthesia is unavailable

• When intubation is difficult due to a tumor covering the airway

• When the procedure is being performed for diagnostic purposes

Which syndrome is associated with indications for a tracheostomy?

• Down syndrome

• Pierre Robin syndrome

• Marfan syndrome

• Turner syndrome