Nace Flashcards
1
Q
Why would you get a pt. to pinch their nose an swallow while observing their tympanic membrane?
A
- To see if their tympanic membrane had fluid behind it. (if no fluid, it should move)
- you can also do a short burst of air via a bulb to see if it moves
2
Q
What is the likihood ratio?
A
= Pts. WITH disease who HAVE the Finding / Pts. WITHOUT disease who have the finding
3
Q
What is the single most useful measure of how much a test increases or decreases the likelihood of a disorder being present based on a test/finding?
A
Likelihood Ratio
4
Q
What position do the following need to be in in order to examine the throat?
- Soft Palate
- Tongue
A
Soft Palate - Elevated (levator veli, muscularis uvulae)
Tongue Depressed (hyoglossus, genioglossus)
