Sensory Disorders of the Ear

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of understanding sensory disorders of the ear in healthcare?

• It helps in diagnosing and treating hearing loss and infections.

• It is only relevant for ear surgeons.

• It is mainly useful for cosmetic procedures.

• It is not important for general healthcare.

Open Ended

Describe how different types of hearing loss (conductive, sensorineural, mixed, presbycusis) can impact a person's daily life.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of sensorineural hearing loss but not conductive hearing loss?

• Blocked waves in the inner ear

• Can be corrected without permanency

• Loss of hearing is permanent

• Caused by external ear problems

Multiple Select

Which of the following are associated with otitis media?

• Swimmer's ear

• Blocked eustacian tube

• Associated with respiratory infections

• External auditory canal

Open Ended

Explain the difference between otitis externa and otitis media in terms of their location and common causes.

Multiple Choice

Based on the images, which condition is most likely to present with discharge from the ear?

• Otitis externa

• Otitis media

• Normal eardrum

• Ear tube placement

Open Ended

Describe the post-operative care instructions for a child who has had pressure equalization tubes placed for chronic ear infections.

Fill in the Blanks

The administration of ear drops in children should be done by pulling the ear

and back.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary cause of Meniere's Syndrome as shown in the diagram and described in the text?

• Overproduction or decreased reabsorption of endolymphatic fluid

• Infection of the outer ear

• Damage to the auditory nerve

• Excessive earwax buildup

Multiple Choice

Margo works in a textile factory. She does not wear appropriate hearing protection at work and she is complaining of a ringing sound in her ears. What sensory disorder is she experiencing?

• Meniere's disease

• Otitis media

• Tinnitus

• Vertigo

Multiple Select

The "classic triad" of Meniere's disease include which of the following signs and symptoms (select all that apply)?

• Tinnitus

• Hearing loss

• Vertigo

• Ear pain

Multiple Select

Which of the following are possible treatments for Ménière's disease?

• Low salt diet

• Antihistamines

• High potassium diet

• Diuretic hydrochlorothiazide

Multiple Select

What can an OT do for someone with Ménière's disease?

• Prescribe Medication

• Food Journaling

• Vestibular Rehabilitation

• Preventing Falls