Sensory Flashcards

1
Q

what it does

A

gives the body information through the 5 senses about the body’s surroundings

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2
Q

parts

A

eyes
ears
nose
skin
tongue

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3
Q

changes from aging

A

eyes:
pupils react slower
eyelids are more droopy
decreased tear production
ears:
hearing loss

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4
Q

diseases/conditions

A

eyes:
cataracts
glaucoma
macular degeneration
dry eyes
ears:
hearing loss
tinnitus
vertigo

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