Rinne and Weber Flashcards
1
Q
Normal Rinne
A
AC>BC
2
Q
Normal Weber
A
No lateralization
3
Q
Sensorineural Loss (weber)
A
Lateralize to good ear
4
Q
Conduction Loss (Weber)
A
Lateralize to bad ear
5
Q
Conduction Loss (Rinne)
A
BC>AC on affected side
6
Q
Sensorineural Loss (Rinne)
A
AC>BC (normal)
Only Weber confirms sensory loss
7
Q
Tuning fork to mastoid bone
A
Rinne
(Rinne to the pinna)
8
Q
Tuning fork on top of forehead
A
Weber
9
Q
Description of BC>AC
A
The buzzing or hum of fork is louder when placed on mastoid than when over the ear
