Surgical Procedures and Decision-Making Quiz

Surgical diagnosis is based on looking carefully at the patient's health history and the results of tests such as blood tests, X-rays, MRI, CT scan, sonogram, and electrocardiogram.

The different types of surgery discussed in the text are elective surgery and surgery for life-threatening conditions.

Elective surgery does not always mean it is optional. It can be scheduled in advance and may be chosen for a better quality of life, and in some cases, for a serious condition such as cancer.

<p>Examples of elective surgery mentioned in the text include removing a mole or wart, and having kidney surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The decision for surgery is based on the patient's health history, results of tests, and the nature of the condition, whether it is for a better quality of life or for a life-threatening condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists treat conditions such as cancers of the head and neck, hearing loss, and balance disorders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists perform in-office procedures such as removing ear wax blockages and prescribing and maintaining hearing aids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists perform surgeries such as stapedectomy and the placement of cochlear implants for hearing issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists provide treatment for benign tumors and cancers of the head and neck, except for eye and brain cancers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some balance issues, like vertigo, result from problems inside the ear, which otolaryngologists can diagnose and treat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists treat conditions such as cancers of the head and neck, hearing loss, and balance disorders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In-office procedures include removing ear wax blockages and prescribing and maintaining hearing aids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists can perform surgeries such as stapedectomy and the placement of cochlear implants for hearing loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists conduct tests to find the cause of balance issues, such as vertigo, which result from problems inside the ear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Otolaryngologists provide treatment for benign tumors and cancers of the head and neck, except for eye and brain cancers.</p> Signup and view all the answers