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What are the primary functions of the ear?
What are the primary functions of the ear?
- Hearing and balance (correct)
- Sound amplification and interpretation
- Balance and temperature control
- Hearing and internal pressure regulation
Which structure connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx?
Which structure connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx?
- Oval window
- Semicircular canals
- Eustachian tube (correct)
- Cochlea
What type of hearing loss can be caused by a foreign body obstructing the ear?
What type of hearing loss can be caused by a foreign body obstructing the ear?
- Sensorineural hearing loss
- Conductive hearing loss (correct)
- Permanent hearing loss
- Mixed hearing loss
Which cranial nerve is primarily associated with balance?
Which cranial nerve is primarily associated with balance?
What changes in the ear are commonly related to aging?
What changes in the ear are commonly related to aging?
What is a common cause of conductive hearing loss?
What is a common cause of conductive hearing loss?
Which condition is characterized by episodic vertigo and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss?
Which condition is characterized by episodic vertigo and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with acute otitis media?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with acute otitis media?
What type of hearing loss is referred to as a combination of conductive and sensorineural problems?
What type of hearing loss is referred to as a combination of conductive and sensorineural problems?
In benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, what is believed to be disrupted?
In benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, what is believed to be disrupted?
What is a common management strategy for labyrinthitis aside from medication?
What is a common management strategy for labyrinthitis aside from medication?
Which of the following is NOT a common manifestation of sensorineural hearing loss?
Which of the following is NOT a common manifestation of sensorineural hearing loss?
What is the purpose of a myringotomy in relation to ear disorders?
What is the purpose of a myringotomy in relation to ear disorders?
Flashcards
Middle Ear Function
Middle Ear Function
The middle ear transmits sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.
Inner Ear Structures
Inner Ear Structures
The inner ear contains the cochlea (hearing) and semicircular canals (balance).
Conductive Hearing Loss Cause
Conductive Hearing Loss Cause
Blockage or damage in the outer or middle ear. E.g. Otitis media.
Sensorineural Hearing Loss Cause
Sensorineural Hearing Loss Cause
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Aging Ear Changes
Aging Ear Changes
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Hearing Loss Types
Hearing Loss Types
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Cerumen Color
Cerumen Color
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Otitis Media
Otitis Media
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Otitis Media Treatment
Otitis Media Treatment
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Vertigo
Vertigo
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
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Ménière's Disease
Ménière's Disease
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Labyrinthitis
Labyrinthitis
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Study Notes
Ear Anatomy and Function
- The ear has two primary functions: hearing and balance.
- The middle ear includes the eardrum (tympanic membrane) and three small bones (malleus, incus, and stapes).
- The eustachian tube connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx.
- The inner ear, situated within the temporal bone, is separated from the middle ear by the oval window.
- The inner ear contains the cochlea (hearing) and semicircular canals (balance).
- Cranial nerves VII (facial) and VIII (vestibulocochlear) are associated with the inner ear.
- Balance is also influenced by visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems.
- Problems in any of these balance-related systems can lead to balance issues.
Middle Ear Disorders
- Nurses should recognize various middle ear disorders, including infections, tumors, and balance/coordination problems.
Hearing Loss Types
- Hearing loss can result from environmental or occupational noise.
- Conductive hearing loss is caused by factors like otitis media, otosclerosis or a foreign body (e.g. impacted earwax).
- Sensorineural hearing loss is due to damage to cranial nerve VIII.
- Combined hearing loss involves both conductive and sensorineural components.
Aging-Related Ear Changes
- Aging affects the ears, causing tympanic membrane thickening (reduced elasticity), loss of sensory hair cells, and reduced ossicle movement.
Earwax and Assessment
- Cerumen (earwax) color and external ear canal variations exist depending on client race and skin tone.
- Recognizing normal earwax variations is critical during assessment.
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Test your knowledge on ear anatomy, its functions, and common disorders. This quiz covers aspects of hearing and balance, as well as various middle ear conditions and types of hearing loss. Perfect for students in health sciences or audiology fields.
