Module 3

Question 1

The insertion of a tympanostomy tube as a treatment for otitis media is called

Answer 1

Myringotomy

Question 2

T/F

The internal lens of the eye is elastic and therefore can focus images both near and far

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Diagnostic findings for benign paroxysmal vertigo may include

Answer 3

The sensation of the room spinning and lack of coordination

Nystagmus

Decreased hearing

Question 4

Vision impairment as a result of old age in the loss of elasticity in the lens is called

Answer 4

Presbyopia

Question 5

A small, firm, non-mobile, painless, subcutaneous nodule on the margin or body of the eyelid describes

Answer 5

A chalazion

Question 6

Symptoms of neoplasms of the ear commonly include

Answer 6

Progressive hearing loss in discharge from the ear

A visible mass or lesion

Facial paralysis

Question 7

T/F

The only effective treatment for otosclerosis is a surgical procedure called stapedectomy

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true about nystagmus

Answer 8

It necessitates a complete neurological evaluation when acquired

Question 9

The calls of sensory neural deafness, also referred to as occupational hearing loss includes

Answer 9

Loud noise

The aging process

The side effects of certain medication

Question 10

Blepharitis defined as

Answer 10

Inflammation of the margins of the eye lids involving hair follicles and glands

Question 11

A chronic disease of the inner ear marked by a recurring syndrome of vertigo, tinnitus, progressive hearing loss, and a sensation of pressure in the ear is called

Answer 11

Ménière’s disease

Question 12

Inflammatory infection of the hair follicles of the eyelids are called

Answer 12

Styes

Question 13

T/F

Certain medications can cause ototoxicity

Answer 13

True

Question 14

Macular degeneration is

Answer 14

Caused by progressive deterioration in the macula of the retina

Usually related to aging

Question 15

T/F

Sensory neural hearing loss that is caused by damage to the cochlea is irreversible; therefore prevention is essential

Answer 15

True

Question 16

A major cause of blindness in the United States is

Answer 16

Glaucoma

Question 17

T/F

Symptoms of corneal abrasion or ulcer include pain, redness, tearing, and sometimes visual impairment

Answer 17

True

Question 18

Early symptoms of retinal detachment consist of

Answer 18

New floaters and light flashes

Question 19

The sensor receptive cells in the retina and that function best in dim light and enable night vision are the

Answer 19

Rods

Question 20

Ankylosing of the stapes is called

Answer 20

Otosclerosis

Question 21

Contact dermatitis can be induced by

Answer 21

Irritation, sensitization, or photo allergy

Question 22

___, a chronic inflammatory disorder of the facial skin, causes redness, primarily in the areas where individuals blush or flush

Answer 22

Rosacea

Question 23

The treatment of erysipelas includes

Answer 23

Immobilization, elevation, compresses, and antibiotics

Question 24

Nursing measures to help prevent a decubitus ulcer include

Answer 24

Good skin care

Position changes every 2 hours

Early ambulation

Question 25

___ is a chronic skin condition marked by thick, flaky, red patches of various sizes, covered with characteristic white, silvery scales

Answer 25

Psoriasis

Question 26

___ is an abscess that involves the entire hair follicle and adjacent subcutaneous tissue

Answer 26

Furuncle

Question 27

___ is a Callman contagious superficial skin infection caused by either streptococcus or staphylococcus aureus

Answer 27

Impetigo

Question 28

T/F | Contact dermatitis is an acute inflammation response of the skin triggered by an exogenous chemical or substance

Answer 28

True

Question 29

The cause of acne vulgaris is

Answer 29

Unknown Thought to be linked to hormonal changes in predispose by heredity Accompanied by plugs that promote the growth of bacteria in the follicles

Question 30

Times captitis, tinea corporis, tinea pedis, and tinea cruris are manifestations of

Answer 30

Dermatophytosis

Question 31

T/F | Warts are caused by a non-infectious fungus infection

Answer 31

False

Question 32

Causes of alopecia include

Answer 32

Chemotherapy and other medications Aging and heredity factors Certain systemic diseases

Question 33

___ is a serious form of skin cancer that often ulcerated, forms a crust, and has a tendency to metastasize if allowed to reach an advanced stage

Answer 33

Squamous cell carcinoma

Question 34

The ABCDE's of malignant melanoma include

Answer 34

Asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and elevation

Question 35

The most common dermatitis during infancy, called cradle cap, is a form of

Answer 35

Seborrheic dermatitis

Question 36

The following statement is true about scabies and pediculosis

Answer 36

They are two most common parasitic infections to infest man

Question 37

T/F | 95% of all skin carcinomas result from chronic over exposure to the sun

Answer 37

True

Question 38

T/F | Appearance in location of lesions confirm the diagnosis of each of the three types of skin carcinoma

Answer 38

False

Question 39

The most common premalignant tumors are

Answer 39

Actinic keratosis and nevi

Question 40

A precursor to skin cancers is

Answer 40

Actinic keratosis