Essentials of Human Diseases And Conditions 5th Edition By Frazier RN CMA BS - Test Bank

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Chapter 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear

 

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

1. A defect in the _____ results in difficulty in visual detection of color and fine detail.

a.	lens
b.	cones
c.	rods
d.	cones and rods

 

ANS: B

 

2. The sensor receptive cells in the retina that function best in dim light and enable night vision are the

a.	iris.
b.	pupil.
c.	rods.
d.	cones.

 

ANS: C

 

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

a.	conjunctivitis.
b.	choroiditis.
c.	cornea abrasion.
d.	lens distortion.

 

ANS: A

 

4. Hyperopia, myopia, and presbyopia are refractive errors that result when the

a.	pressure within the anterior chamber of the eye is elevated.
b.	eye is unable to focus light effectively.
c.	tympanic membrane ruptures.
d.	lens of the eye becomes cloudy.

 

ANS: B

 

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

a.	It is usually treated with warm compresses.
b.	It is also known as strabismus.
c.	It necessitates a complete neurologic evaluation when acquired.
d.	All of the above statements are true.

 

ANS: C

 

6. Treatment of refractive errors of the eye might include

a.	laser surgery.
b.	contact lenses.
c.	eyeglasses.
d.	all of the above.

 

ANS: D

 

7. Inflammatory infections of the hair follicles of the eyelid are called

a.	styes.
b.	entropion.
c.	keratitis.
d.	none of the above.

 

ANS: A

 

8. Conjunctivitis can be caused by

a.	a deterioration of the lens.
b.	infection, irritation, allergies, or chemicals.
c.	hemorrhage behind the retina.
d.	a drooping of the upper eyelid.

 

ANS: B

 

9. A cloudy or opaque area in the normally clear lens of the eye is called a

a.	stye.
b.	detachment.
c.	cataract.
d.	none of the above.

 

ANS: C

 

10. Which of the following statements is true about chronic open-angle glaucoma?

a.	It is caused by a decrease in intraocular pressure.
b.	It produces symptoms at the onset.
c.	It rarely progresses.
d.	It is the most treatable cause of blindness.

 

ANS: D

 

11. Macular degeneration is

a.	caused by progressive deterioration in the macula of the retina.
b.	usually related to aging.
c.	both of the above.
d.	none of the above.

 

ANS: C

 

12. Early symptoms of retinal detachment consist of

a.	new floaters and light flashes.
b.	purulent drainage.
c.	redness of the eye and a gritty feeling.
d.	ringing in the ears.

 

ANS: A

 

13. Vision impairment as a result of old age and the loss of elasticity in the lens is called

a.	astigmatism.
b.	emmetropia.
c.	presbyopia.
d.	diplopia.

 

ANS: C

 

14. A major cause of blindness in the United States is

a.	eye trauma.
b.	retinal detachment.
c.	strabismus.
d.	glaucoma.

 

ANS: D

 

15. Causes of conductive hearing loss might include

a.	otosclerosis, impacted cerumen, and otitis media.
b.	impacted cerumen, otitis media, and sensorineural damage.
c.	both of the above.
d.	none of the above.

 

ANS: A

 

16. 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

a.	cholesteatoma.
b.	otosclerosis.
c.	Ménière’s disease.
d.	mastoiditis.

 

ANS: C

 

17. Placement of sharp objects into the ear canal, an explosion, a severe middle ear infection, or a blow to the ear could result in

a.	otosclerosis.
b.	cholesteatoma.
c.	mastoiditis.
d.	a ruptured tympanic membrane.

 

ANS: D

 

18. The cause of sensorineural deafness, also referred to as occupational hearing loss, includes

a.	loud noise.
b.	the aging process.
c.	the side effects of certain medication.
d.	all of the above.

 

ANS: D

 

19. The insertion of a tympanostomy tube as a treatment for otitis media is called

a.	electronystagmography (ENG).
b.	myringotomy.
c.	cryotherapy.
d.	stapedectomy.

 

ANS: B

 

20. Ankylosing of the stapes is called

a.	Ménière’s disease.
b.	otomycosis.
c.	otosclerosis.
d.	exotropia.

 

ANS: C

 

21. Symptoms of neoplasms of the ear commonly include

a.	progressive hearing loss and discharge from the ear.
b.	a visible mass or lesion.
c.	facial paralysis.
d.	all of the above.

 

ANS: D

 

22. Infection or inflammation in the semicircular canals is called

a.	cholesteatoma.
b.	labyrinthitis.
c.	otomycosis.
d.	presbycusis.

 

ANS: B

 

23. Diagnostic findings for Benign Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV) may include

a.	the sensation of the room spinning and lack of coordination.
b.	nystagmus.
c.	decreased hearing.
d.	all of the above.

 

ANS: D

 

24. A small, firm, nonmobile, painless, subcutaneous nodule on the margin or body of the eyelid describes

a.	a hordeolum (stye).
b.	strabismus.
c.	a chalazion.
d.	nystagmus.

 

ANS: C

 

25. Blepharitis defined is

a.	inflammation of the margins of the eyelids involving hair follicles and glands.
b.	inflammation or infection of the cornea.
c.	drooping of the upper eyelid.
d.	none of the above.

 

ANS: A

 

TRUE/FALSE

 

26. The only treatment that cures otosclerosis is a surgical procedure called stapedectomy.

 

ANS: T

 

27. The middle ear is normally air-filled.

 

ANS: T

 

28. Serous otitis media may be either acute or chronic.

 

ANS: T

 

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

 

ANS: T

 

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

 

ANS: T

 

31. Symptoms of corneal abrasion or ulcer include pain, redness, tearing, and sometimes visual impairment.

 

ANS: T

 

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

 

ANS: T

 

33. Blepharoptosis can be ectropion or entropion.

 

ANS: F

 

34. Glaucoma only occurs after age 60.

 

ANS: F

 

35. Keratitis is frequently caused by an infection of herpes simplex virus.

 

ANS: T

 

36. The major risk with having a ruptured eardrum is infection in the inner ear.

 

ANS: F

 

37. A cholesteatoma and mastoiditis can both be the result of a neglected otitis media.

 

ANS: T

 

38. The ear’s only function is hearing.

 

ANS: F

 

39. Cochlear implants restore normal hearing.

 

ANS: F

 

40. Certain medications can cause ototoxicity.

 

ANS: T