Chapter 17: Eye and Ear Diseases and Disorders
Phacoemulsification
. Uses an ultrasonic device that disintegrates cataracts
Debbie has been riding in the backseat of the car for hours while traveling with her family on vacation when she claims she isn't feeling well. Her mom insists she take which of the following medications to treat her motion sickness? Antihistamines Opioids Steroids Anti-inflammatories
Antihistamines
When opacity or clouding of the crystalline lens of the eye occurs, what is it called? Hordeolum Glaucoma Cataract Conjunctivitis
Cataract
Mrs. Dove sees her primary care provider (PCP) with inflammation of the mucous membrane structure that lines the inner surface of the eyelids and the anterior portion of the eyeball. What diagnosis will the doctor most likely identify? Conjunctivitis Uveitis Blepharitis Keratitis
Conjunctivitis
Mr. Bean is a 50-year-old computer engineer who spends much of his time each day in front of the computer screen. He recently went to the ophthalmologist for his annual exam complaining of frequent headaches with occasional blurred vision. Mr. Bean was diagnosed with refractive errors. What treatment might the doctor recommend? Warm compresses alternating with cold compresses Contact lenses, Lasik surgery, or corrective lenses Antibiotic eyedrops for at least 3 weeks Irrigating the eye with fluid
Contact lenses, Lasik surgery, or corrective lenses
What treatments are used to treat otitis media? Antiemetics only Decongestants, antibiotics, and analgesics Analgesics only Antihistamines and analgesics only
Decongestants, antibiotics, and analgesics
Which disease may affect eyesight? Sinusitis Ménière disease Otosclerosis Diabetes
Diabetes
Diplopia
Double vision
Common symptoms of suppurative otitis media are likely to include which of the following? Fever and chills Headache Impacted cerumen with pain Vomiting
Fever and chills
Andrew was poked in the eye by his grandson. The diagnosis of a corneal abrasion was determined by visual examination and which other test? Tonometer measurement Rinne test Fluorescein stain Culture and sensitivity
Fluorescein stain
Accumulating fluid pressure within the eye that damages the retina and optic nerve is known as what condition? Cataract Glaucoma Uveitis Keratitis
Glaucoma
Drusen
Growths or spots on the retina
Which is characteristic of cataract? A hole in the retina Intense pain Double vision Halos around lights
Halos around lights
What is best described as localized, purulent, inflammatory infection of the sebaceous gland of the eyelid? Hordeolum Cataract Glaucoma Retinal detachment
Hordeolum
Conjunctiva
Inner mucous membrane surface of the eyelids
Tonometer
Instrument for measuring the pressure in the eye
Photophobia
Intense, unusual intolerance of light
Which of the following best describes macular degeneration? It is a slow progressive disease that produces changes in the pigmented cells of the retina and macula. There are three types: dry, wet, and nonexudative. It usually starts with a change in intraocular pressure. It is painful with visual distortions.
It is a slow progressive disease that produces changes in the pigmented cells of the retina and macula.
Which of the following best describes external otitis? It is inflammation of the external ear canal. It is an accumulation of fluid within the structure of the middle ear. It is a metabolic imbalance that causes new bone to grow over the end of the stapes. It may be accompanied by tinnitus.
It is inflammation of the external ear canal.
Which of the following statements best describes impacted cerumen? It causes permanent hearing loss. It may be due to a large ear canal. It may be due to excessive hair in the ear canal. It is caused by frequent swimming.
It may be due to excessive hair in the ear canal.
Which of the following may cause hearing loss? Sinusitis Motion sickness Meningitis Flu
Meningitis
Which of the following eye disorders is called nearsightedness? Hyperopia Presbyopia Myopia Astigmatism
Myopia
What is the medical term given to a chronic inner ear syndrome marked by attacks of vertigo, progressive deafness, and tinnitus? Otosclerosis External otitis media Ménière disease Otitis media
Ménière disease
What can cause nystagmus? Chronic hearing impairment Long-term antibiotic use Alteration in mental status Ménière disease and multiple sclerosis
Ménière disease and multiple sclerosis
What is the common name for myopia? Nearsightedness Farsightedness Blindness Deafness
Nearsightedness
An ophthalmologist observed that a client's eyes were moving rapidly from side to side. The client was relaxed and the eye movement appeared to be involuntary. Which of the following diagnoses is the ophthalmologist likely to consider? Myopia Hyperopia Nystagmus Astigmatism
Nystagmus
What is formation of new bone, especially around the oval window, with resulting immobilization of the stapes called? Ménière disease External otitis Otosclerosis Swimmer's ear
Otosclerosis
Which of the following is an instrument used to examine the ear canal? Ophthalmoscope Auriscope Otoscope Stethoscope
Otoscope
What are some of the signs and symptoms of corneal abrasion? Pain, redness, and tearing Blurring, white pupil, and pain Tearing, blurred vision, and pain Tearing, swelling, and blurred vision
Pain, redness, and tearing
What is it called when the elasticity in the crystalline lens of the eye is lost? Hyperopia Presbyopia Myopia Astigmatism
Presbyopia
Suppurative
Pus-filled fluid
Amanda is a teenager being seen for a sports physical. During a portion of her visit, Amanda is asked to stand on a line a distance away, instructed to cover each eye one at a time, and read letters aloud. Which screening tool is being used? Snellen chart Ishihara test Tonometer Ophthalmoscopes
Snellen chart
What is the eye condition where the eyes may turn inward, turn outward, or be crossed? Amblyopia Strabismus Walleye Myopia
Strabismus
Myringotomy
Surgical incision of tympanic membrane
Tympanoplasty
Surgical repair of the middle ear
What is the common name for external otitis? Pink eye Swimmer's ear Nosebleed Motion sickness
Swimmer's ear
Serous
Thin, watery fluid
What is the name of the diagnostic tool used to detect intraocular pressure? Snellen chart Opticokinetic drum test Tonometer Penlight
Tonometer
Retinal detachment is best described by which of the following? The optic nerve separates from the sclera. It is spontaneous in persons who are nearsighted. Vitreous humour leaks through a break in the retina. It is spontaneous in persons who are farsighted.
Vitreous humour leaks through a break in the retina.
Macula
Yellow disc on the retina directly behind the lens