Special Sensory ( Equilibrium) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two structures of the ear that detects linear movement?
A
-utricle and saccule
2
Q
What structure of the inner ear deals with rotational movement of the head?
A
-semicircular canal
3
Q
What are the effects or vertigo?
A
-inappropriate perception of motion due to dysfunction of vestibular system
4
Q
What is the effect of vestibular nystagmus?
A
-involuntary eye movement
