Ear Examination Techniques

Learn about the techniques of examining the ears, including palpation, inspection of the external canal, and tympanic membrane using an otoscope. Understand how to identify normal findings and abnormalities such as cerumen, inflammation, lesions, and foreign bodies.

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During an eye inspection, what is the normal color of the eyeballs?

Black or brown

What is checked behind the ears and along the hairline during a hair inspection?

Presence of nits

Which of the following is a normal finding during a nose examination?

Tenderness over maxillary sinuses

What is checked for during an ear inspection according to the text provided?

Lesions inside the ear canal Signup and view all the answers

What is a normal finding during an eyebrow inspection?

Eyebrows parallel to each other Signup and view all the answers

What is inspected for presence of infestation or infection during a hair examination?

Parting the hair in several areas Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked when inspecting the external canal & tympanic membrane?

Presence of hair follicles and glands Signup and view all the answers

What is an abnormal finding when inspecting the external canal & tympanic membrane?

Dry cerumen with grayish-tar color Signup and view all the answers

How is hearing acuity assessed using the Rinne test?

Comparing air conduction (AC) and bone conduction (BC) Signup and view all the answers

What should be noted during a nose examination?

Color, shape, and consistency of the nose Signup and view all the answers

What is a normal finding when inspecting the internal nares?

Dark pink, moist mucosa free of exudates Signup and view all the answers

What is checked when noting the presence of lesions during lip inspection?

Color and moisture of the lips Signup and view all the answers

What is a normal finding when inspecting skin color?

Skin color is generally uniform in all areas Signup and view all the answers

When assessing skin turgor, what are you looking for?

Degree of indentation when pressing the skin Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when inspecting the eyes during a health assessment?

Observe the size, shape, and symmetry of the eyes Signup and view all the answers

What is a common finding when inspecting the ear canal?

Ear canals show significant differences in size between individuals Signup and view all the answers

When assessing hearing acuity, what should be examined?

The ability to hear and distinguish different sounds Signup and view all the answers

What is a common step when examining the nose during a health assessment?

Assessing for symmetry, shape, and any deformities Signup and view all the answers