Because of Their Location,swollen Palatine Tonsils May Interfere With

Question

Because of their location,swollen palatine tonsils may interfere with
A) chewing.
B) breathing.
C) swallowing.
D) both breathing and swallowing.
E) neither breathing nor swallowing.

Accepted Answer

Swollen palatine tonsils may interfere with both breathing and swallowing. The tonsils are located in the throat near the opening of the airway, so when they become enlarged, they can obstruct breathing. Swallowing also involves the muscles in the throat, and when the tonsils are swollen, they can make it difficult and painful to swallow.