Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Flashcards
1
Q
Cerumen
A
Earwax
2
Q
Dry Mucosa
A
Dry tongue, mouth, and lips, indicating significant dehydration
3
Q
Epistaxis
A
Nose bleed
4
Q
Oropharynx
A
The back of the mouth, where it meets the throat
5
Q
Rhinorrhea
A
Clear nasal discharge. “Runny” nose
6
Q
Tinnitus
A
“Ringing in the ears”, the perception of ringing even with no external stimuli
7
Q
Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy (T&A)
A
Tonsils and adenoids removal surgery
8
Q
Tympanic Membrane (TM)
A
Tympanic membrane, the clear membrane inside the ear; (ear drum)
