Special Senses - Clinical Perspective Flashcards
1
Q
pupillary light reflex - what does it test?
A
sub-cortical reflex
the pupil constricts if too much light
2
Q
menace test?
A
put something in front of the eye - see if they respond
make sure no air goes into their air because it will make them blink - test not fair
3
Q
dog ear canal?
A
vertical and horizontal part
and the horizontal canal can have stuff trapped there
4
Q
floppy ear or hairy ears?
A
harbour moisture and make a bacteria culture
floppy - stop air getting into horizontal ear canal
hairy - trap water
5
Q
hearing loss detected by?
A
tympanic membrane being broken or blocked
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