2. It is likely that vocal nodules occur, at least in part, as a result of collision forces. True False
3. "Spasmodic dysphonia" is a special case of psychogenic unilateral vocal fold paralysis. True False
4. Polyps can be peduncular or sessile, and are usually viral in origin. True False
5. Papillomas are benign epithelial tumors. True False
6. Treatments for unilateral vocal fold paralysis include: arytenoidectomy, artificial stimulation of the laryngeal muscle with a pacemaker, and laryngeal muscle reinnervation. True False
7. In attempting to determine the causes of a voice disorder, it may be useful to distinguish between predisposing factors and precipitating factors. True False
8. Juvenile laryngeal papillomatosis is associated with early ingestion of illicit drugs and smoking. True False
9. Laryngeal "atypia" is equivalent to chronic laryngitis. True False
10. Contact ulcers are often associated with gastric reflux. True False
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