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