12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of a diagnostic audiometer?
To evaluate hearing impairment and identify the probable anatomic site of dysfunction
What type of waves are sound waves?
Longitudinal waves
What is the function of the external or outer ear?
To funnel sound into the auditory canal
What determines the distance the tympanic membrane moves during a wave of compression?
The force and velocity of the air molecules
What is the name of the tube that connects the outer ear to the eardrum?
External auditory meatus
What are the three ossicles in the middle ear that transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear?
Incus, malleus, and stapes
What is the main function of the Eustachian tube in the middle ear?
Maintains equal pressure on both sides of the eardrum
What is the function of the hair-like structures in the cochlea?
To set up patterns of nerve impulses
What is the speed of nerve impulses transmitted to the brain?
100m/s
What is the structure that separates the ear canal from the middle ear cavity?
Tympanic membrane
What are the attributes of the subjectively experienced sound?
Loudness, pitch, and timbre
What is the purpose of the basilar membrane in the cochlea?
To respond to different frequencies
Explore the functionalities of diagnostic audiometers and audiology equipment used in evaluating hearing impairment. Learn about the importance of assessing hearing ability and managing patients with auditory dysfunctions.
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