Phonation & Vocalization
Which vocal register is characterized by high frequency with lighter quality?
Falsetto
Why is the position of the tongue at rest important?
a) It affects speech clarity
b) It determines swallowing patterns
c) It establishes a central operating zone for oral functions
d) All of the above
d) All of the above
Which assessment tool is recommended for guiding oral mechanism examinations?
Oral Motor Case History
Which condition is characterized by insufficient tissue for velopharyngeal closure?
Insufficiency
What symptom is associated with hyponasality?
a) Excessive nasal resonance
b) Hypernasal vowels
c) Increased articulation precision
d) Denasalized nasal consonants
d) Denasalized nasal consonants
The Bernoulli Effect is important in voice production because it:
a) Increases lung pressure
b) Decreases airflow
c) Draws vocal folds into vibration
d) Strengthens the laryngeal muscles
c) Draws vocal folds into vibration
Ankyloglossia is commonly known as:
Tongue tie
What is a common recommendation for patients to reduce vocal abuse?
a) Speak loudly in noisy environments
b) Avoid using a microphone
c) Initiate sounds softly
d) Cough frequently to clear the throat
c) Initiate sounds softly
The term “maxillary hypoplasia” refers to:
a) Overdevelopment of the mandible
b) Underdevelopment of the maxilla
c) Normal jaw alignment
d) None of the above
b) Underdevelopment of the maxilla
Poor disassociation skills in children can lead to:
a) Enhanced speech clarity
b) Delayed sensorimotor development
c) Improved feeding habits
d) Increased dental health
b) Delayed sensorimotor development
Which oral structure is primarily responsible for producing speech sounds?
Tongue
What occurs during the production of nasal phonemes?
The velum is pulled down
Which therapy task is appropriate for patients with Parkinson’s disease?
a) Gentle humming
b) Long AH
c) Tongue stretching
d) Head side-to-side
b) Long AH
A bifid uvula may indicate:
A submucous cleft
What is a sign of decreased muscle tone in the lips?
Drooping lips
A layer that protects and hydrates the vocal folds is called:
Mucoserous blanket
During normal breathing, the velum is positioned:
a) Elevated
b) Against the posterior pharyngeal wall
c) Against the tongue
d) Open to the nasal cavity
c) Against the tongue
What is the purpose of diaphragmatic breathing in voice therapy?
To provide better vocal quality
Which of the following is a common cause of velopharyngeal inadequacy?
a) Allergies
b) Cleft palate
c) Sinus infection
d) Hearing impairment
b) Cleft palate
What is the primary purpose of a plethysmography?
To obtain absolute lung volume
What is the function of the hyoid bone?
To connect tongue movement to laryngeal movement
Why is the observation of symmetry in oral movement crucial?
It reflects muscle tone and control
What is the difference between ventilation and respiration?
Ventilation is the movement of gas, respiration is gas exchange
Which condition is associated with a harsh or strained vocal quality due to upper motor neuron lesions?
a) Vocal fold paralysis
b) Pseudobulbar palsy
c) Myasthenia Gravis
d) Bulbar palsy
b) Pseudobulbar palsy
Velopharyngeal inadequacy can lead to:
Hypernasality and nasal emission