Ears: Level 1

Question 1

Cerumen

Answer 1

Earwax

Question 2

Earwax

Answer 2

Cerumen

Question 3

The buildup of cerumen in the ear canal to the point of being unable to visualize the TM.

Answer 3

Cerumen Impaction

Question 4

Infection of the outer ear canal. Also known as swimmer’s ear as this condition is common among swimmers.

Answer 4

Otitis Externa

Question 5

How is Otitis Externa treated?

Answer 5

With antibiotic ear drops.

Question 6

Infection of the inner ear. Common in children.

Answer 6

Otitis media

Question 7

How is Otitis Media treated.

Answer 7

PO antibiotics

Question 8

The external part of the ear, also called auricle.

Answer 8

Pinna

Question 9

Ringing or buzzing in the ears.

Answer 9

Tinnitis

Question 10

Also known as the ear drum.

Answer 10

Tympanic Membrane (TM)

Question 11

Protruding or outward curve of the TM. Usually indicates pressure, inflammation, or fluid behind the TM.

Answer 11

TM Bulging

Question 12

Redness of the tympanic membrane, usually indicates an ear infection (otitis media).

Answer 12

TM Erythema

Question 13

What does TM erythema usually indicate?

Answer 13

Otitis media (infection of the inner ear)