Phonation & Voice Production
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of voice?
a) Pitch
b) Loudness
c) Color
d) Quality
c) Color
Which muscles are primarily involved in forceful expiration?
Internal intercostals
Which of the following is NOT a recommended vocal hygiene practice?
a) Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily
b) Use a humidifier at home
c) Avoid whispering
d) Consume excessive caffeine
d) Consume excessive caffeine
Which structure is primarily responsible for gas exchange in the lungs?
Alveoli
What does the CAPE-V stand for?
Consensus Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation of Voice
What is phonation?
The generation of sound by means of vocal fold vibration.
According to Boyle's law, if the volume of a gas increases, the pressure...
Decreases
Which term describes the lack of voice?
Aphonia
What might a blue tint close to the midline of the hard palate indicate?
Submucous cleft palate
In a voice evaluation, which is an appropriate open-ended question?
a) "Do you have voice problems?"
b) "What brings you in today?"
c) "Is your voice hoarse?"
d) "How long has this been happening?"
b) "What brings you in today?"
The primary purpose of the larynx is to:
Protect the lungs during swallowing
What is the main function of the trachea?
a) To exchange gases
b) To connect the larynx to the bronchi
c) To aid in digestion
d) To regulate temperature
b) To connect the larynx to the bronchi
Which disorder is classified as a functional voice disorder?
a) Vocal fold paralysis
b) Vocal fold nodule
c) Paradoxical vocal fold movement
d) Spasmodic dysphonia
c) Paradoxical vocal fold movement
What is the function of the diaphragm during inhalation?
a) To push air out of the lungs
b) To pull the rib cage down and forward
c) To stabilize the abdomen
d) To create a negative pressure in the abdomen
b) To pull the rib cage down and forward
Which assessment focuses on evaluating the emotional impact of voice disorders?
Voice Handicap Index (VHI)
What is the primary innervation for the intrinsic muscles of the larynx
a) Cranial Nerve VII (Facial)
b) Cranial Nerve IX (Glossopharyngeal)
c) Cranial Nerve X (Vagus)
d) Cranial Nerve XI (Accessory)
c) Cranial Nerve X (Vagus)
What does diffusion refer to in the context of respiration?
a) Movement of gas to and from the lungs
b) Movement of molecules from high to low concentration
c) Regulation of airflow for speech
d) Pressure changes within the thorax
b) Movement of molecules from high to low concentration
What characterizes restrictive lung diseases?
a) High total lung capacity
b) Reduced lung volumes
c) Increased airway resistance
d) Enhanced expiratory flow
b) Reduced lung volumes
What is the deep layer of lamina propria primarily composed of?
Collagen fibers
Which muscle's role is to raise the velum?
Levator veli palatini
What is a significant risk associated with prolonged use of glottal fry?
a) Increased lung capacity
b) Vocal fatigue
c) Damage to vocal fold mucosa
d) Enhanced vocal quality
c) Damage to vocal fold mucosa
How do breathing patterns in individuals with cerebral palsy often differ?
Shallow inhalations with forced exhalations
Which vocal quality disturbance is characterized by two pitches being heard simultaneously?
Diplophonia
Which component is critical for effective oral proprioception?
a) Auditory feedback
b) Visual cues
c) Tactile stimulation
d) None of the above
a) Auditory feedback
What type of voice therapy technique involves using an /h/ at the beginning of words?
a) Vocal fold compression
b) Easy onset
c) Diaphragmatic breathing
d) Vocal fold adduction
b) Easy Onset