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Physical Examination of the Ear

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What is the purpose of examining the auricle first?

To detect small lesions of the tympanic membrane

To test mobility of the tympanic membrane

To look for abnormality in position, size, and color (correct)

To examine the mastoid process for signs of inflammation

Why is good illumination essential for examining the ear?

To detect small lesions of the tympanic membrane

To increase air pressure in the external auditory canal

To introduce an ear speculum into the external auditory canal

To improve visibility of the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane (correct)

Which of the following provides magnification during ear examination?

Endoscopic Examination

Head mirror

Pneumatic Otoscope

Battery-powered Otoscope (correct)

What are the prominent landmarks on the tympanic membrane?

The handle of malleus and the umbo Signup and view all the answers

When should a pneumatic Otoscope be used?

To test mobility of the tympanic membrane Signup and view all the answers

Why should an ear speculum be introduced into the external auditory canal?

To provide illumination for examination Signup and view all the answers

What does Siegle’s speculum include?

Air pump to increase air pressure in the external auditory canal Signup and view all the answers

What appears in the antero-inferior part of the tympanic membrane?

The cone of light Signup and view all the answers

What is examined in adults by pulling the auricle upwards and backwards?

The external auditory canal Signup and view all the answers

Physical Examination of the Ear

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of examining the auricle first?

Why is good illumination essential for examining the ear?

Which of the following provides magnification during ear examination?

What are the prominent landmarks on the tympanic membrane?

When should a pneumatic Otoscope be used?

Why should an ear speculum be introduced into the external auditory canal?

What does Siegle’s speculum include?

What appears in the antero-inferior part of the tympanic membrane?

What is examined in adults by pulling the auricle upwards and backwards?

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