Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Practice Exam

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The mumps may be diagnosed by finding inflammation in which of the following glands?

Sublingual
Thyroid
Parotid
Submandibular

The correct answer is: Parotid

The correct answer is the parotid gland, which is the largest salivary gland located near the ear. Mumps is a viral infection caused by the mumps virus, which is known to primarily affect the parotid glands, leading to their inflammation and swelling. This characteristic swelling is often one of the most recognizable symptoms of mumps, causing discomfort and a noticeable increase in size of the glands. Understanding the specific glands involved in infections like mumps is crucial for diagnosis and management. The sublingual and submandibular glands, while also salivary glands, are not typically associated with mumps. The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland responsible for hormone production and does not play a role in mumps infections. Recognizing the parotid gland's involvement helps in understanding the clinical presentation of mumps and is essential for medical professionals when evaluating patients with symptoms indicative of this illness.