Health 6

What is cerumen?

• A type of ear infection

• Earwax produced by the sebaceous gland

• A balance organ in the ear

• A hearing aid device

What is the main function of cerumen?

• To cause hearing loss

• To lubricate, clean, and protect the ear canal

• To build up and harden the eardrum

• To create buzzing sounds in the ear

What can cause cerumen to build up and become hard and dry?

• Using cotton swabs regularly

• Cleaning the outer ear with a wet cloth

• Avoiding ear protection

• Listening to loud music

Which is a symptom of cerumen impaction?

• Improved hearing

• Itchiness in the ear

• Clear ear canal

• Softer earwax

How can you avoid symptoms of cerumen impaction?

• Pushing wax deeper with cotton swabs

• Cleaning the outer ear with a clean, wet cloth

• Ignoring pain in the ear

• Exposing ears to loud noises

What are corns and calluses?

• Soft layers of skin on the hands and feet

• Hard and thickened layers of skin on the hands and feet

• Infections in the ear canal

• Balance problems in the body

What causes corns and calluses?

• Soaking feet in warm water

• Friction on the hands and feet

• Wearing loose shoes

• Applying lotion daily

How can you treat corns and calluses?

• Wear tight shoes

• Soak in warm water and apply lotion or cream

• Ignore the hardened skin

• Expose to more friction

Why should you wear shoes that fit well to prevent corns and calluses?

• To increase friction

• To make feet uncomfortable

• To reduce pressure and friction

• To harden the skin faster

Which is NOT a way to prevent corns and calluses?

• Wearing properly fitting shoes

• Applying lotion to keep skin soft

• Exposing skin to constant rubbing

• Soaking hands and feet in warm water