Lymph Nodes of the Head, Face, and Neck Flashcard

Front

Which lymph nodes are located at the back of the head?

Back

Occipital lymph nodes

Front

Which lymph nodes are found near the ear and are also known as parotid lymph nodes?

Back

Anterior auricular lymph nodes

Front

What is another name for the posterior auricular lymph nodes?

Back

Mastoid lymph nodes

Front

Which lymph nodes are located along the side of the neck and are closer to the surface?

Back

Superficial cervical lymph nodes

Front

Which lymph nodes are found deeper in the neck compared to others?

Back

Deep cervical nodes

Front

Where are the buccal lymph nodes located?

Back

In the cheek area

Front

Which lymph nodes are situated beneath the chin?

Back

Sub mental lymph nodes

Front

Which lymph nodes are found under the jawline?

Back

Submandibular lymph nodes

Front

If a client presents with swelling in the cheek area, which lymph nodes are most likely involved?

Back

Buccal lymph nodes

Front

Swelling behind the ear during facial electrotherapy treatment. Which lymph nodes should be examined?

Back

Posterior auricular or mastoid lymph nodes