special senses: ears Flashcards
1
Q
tympanic membrane
A
transmits sound vibrations
2
Q
cochlea
A
snail shaped portion that contains organ of hearing
3
Q
aur/o , aur/i , ot/o
A
ears
4
Q
acous/o , audi/o
A
hearing
5
Q
otitis media
A
inflammation of the middle ear, usually associated with URI
6
Q
vertigo
A
dizziness, whirling, loss of balance
7
Q
tinnitus
A
ringing, buzzing, or roaring sounds in the ear
8
Q
presbycusis
A
progressive hearing loss occurring in old age
