Lymph System + Ear

What are you first observing when beginning lymphatic assessment

The ears for possible changes to skin, indicating saquamous cell carcinoma as well as hair growth patterns. These can change with age, gender and genetics.

Facial movements and obs tested in lymphatic assessment

Look up
Smile
Squeeze eyes closed
AROM of the neck
Symmetry of the SCM

What cranial nerve does Bells palsy affect

CN VII

What do involuntery movements of the face indicate

Basal ganglia lesions

What does asymmetry of SCM indicate

Torticollis or respiratory problem with exessive use of extra respiratory muscles.

List what you are observing for in a normal ear exam

Cone of light
Handle of malleus
Umbo
Long limb of incus
Posterior limb of stapes