Exam 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear

Chronic open-end glaucoma results from a malfunction of the drainage system, which causes IOP to be raised.

An inflammation of the thin, transparent membrane covering the visible portion of the sclera and lining the inside of the eyelids results in

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about nystagmus?

The labyrinth is responsible for maintaining balance.

Ototoxicity caused by drugs or chemicals affects the _____ cranial nerve.

Diabetic retinopathy occurs most often in those with diabetes who do not control their blood glucose levels.

Which statement(s) is/are true regarding adult-onset macular degeneration (AMD)?

Lightning strikes may cause a ruptured tympanic membrane.

A chronic disease of the inner ear marked by a recurring syndrome of vertigo, tinnitus, progressive hearing loss, and a sensation of pressure in the ear is called

Sensorineural hearing loss that is caused by damage to the cochlea is irreversible; therefore, prevention is essential.

Treatment of swimmer's ear includes

Benign tumors of the ears include acoustic neuromas.

Macular degeneration is

The middle ear is normally air-filled.

The internal lens of the eye is elastic and, therefore, can focus images both near and far.

Conjunctivitis can be caused by

Early symptoms of retinal detachment consist of

Labyrinthitis is an inflammation of the

A major cause of blindness in the United States is

The insertion of a myringotomy (tympanostomy) tube as a treatment for otitis media is called