Eyes/Ears Flashcards
1
Q
Cranial Nerve of the Ear
A
VIII
2
Q
what is tinnitus
A
buzzing/ringing of the ears
3
Q
adult otoscopic exam of the ear
A
hold pinna and LIFT UP AND BACK
4
Q
child otoscopic exam of the ear
A
hold pinna and PULL DOWNWARD
5
Q
Cranial nerves of the eyes
A
III, IV, VI
6
Q
how many cardinal positions of gaze
A
six
pt follows capital “H” shape
7
Q
what are cataracts
A
clouding of lens causing decrease in vision
8
Q
Important steps in assessing eyes
A
wash hands prior to examination
wear gloves if infection is suspected
ALWAYS examine abnormal eye last
