Patho ENT

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1

Mastoidectomy: is used to treat mastoiditis which is a complecation of untreated acute otitis interna

False

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2

The surgical removal of mastoid cells is known as a/an ____________________. This procedure is performed in this area to treat an infection that cannot be controlled with antibiotics.

mastoidectomy

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3

A/An ____________________ is the surgical removal of part of the stapes and its replacement with a metal or plastic prosthesis.

stapedectomy

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4

------- is a term describes the concavity on the tympanic membrane where the malleus is attached.

umbo

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5

-----------: a common tumor that surrounds eighth cranial nerve; usually benign but may be recurrent

acoustic neuroma

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6

--------- :Cyst of infected skin cells within middle ear that erodes the cavity and ossicles

cholesteatoma

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7

The medical term for the substance commonly known as earwax is ____________________.

cerumen

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8

The surgical removal of the stapes of the middle ear is a/an ____________________.

stapedectomy

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9

Snail-shaped, spirally wound tube in the inner ear:

Cochlea

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10

Most common hemostatic agent used in Otorhinolaryngology is Gelfoam and is mixed with epinephrine.

True

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11

Myring/o means:

Tympanic membrane

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12

Earwax is known as ________.

cerumen

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13

Myringoplasty is performed to close a small nonhealing hole in the _____________.

tympanic membrane

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14

A cochlear implant is used to transmit external sound directly into the _______________.

eighth cranial nerve

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15

The accumulation of fluid in the middle ear, if left untreated, may cause ________.

mastoiditis

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16

What is a cholesteatoma?

benign cyst in the mastoid cavity

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17

Otosclerosis is the term used to describe ____.

fixation of the stapes

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18

Which of the following is not a normal feature of the tympanic membrane?

convex

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19

The footplate of the stapes rests upon the ____.

oval window

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20

The stapes vibrates the fluid inside the --------- of the inner ear.

oval window

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21
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Cochlear Implant

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22

The _______ contains mechanoreceptors that convert sound waves to nerve impulses.

inner ear

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23

Which term means fusing together of the bones of the middle ear resulting in a conductive hearing loss?

otosclerosis

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24

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

Ménière's disease.

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25

Davis and McIvor are names of which type of instrument?

mouth gags

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26

Colorado needle tip is loaded on :

ESU

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27

in Caldwell-Luc procedure --------------- is used to enlarge the opening in the maxilla bone

Kerrison ronjeur

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28

The ________ is used to suction the irrigation and wound fluids or debris during otological procedures.

Frazier

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29

If acute otitis media is left untreated, it may lead to the condition known as ____.

mastoiditis

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30

Walters, Caldwell, lateral, and submental radiographic views are used to establish diagnosis for which anatomical area?

sinus cavities

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31

Which statement is correct concerning oral procedures?

Oral procedures are not considered sterile; use the best technique possible.

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32

A/An ________ is typically done for cosmetic reasons.

rhinoplasty

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33
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This picture shows Cushing elevator.

False

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34

What is a cholesteatoma?

benign cyst in the mastoid cavity

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35

Cholesteatoma:It is a benign tumor of the middle ear

True

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36

The portion of the jaw that surrounds and supports the tooth is the ____.

alveolar process

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37

Which of the following involves the highest portion of the midface and presents the most extensive damage?

Le Fort III

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38

Cochlear implants are contraindicated in children under the age of --------, A cochlear implant has ---components.

2 years , two

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39

The Caldwell-Luc procedure is performed to remove diseased portions of the antral wall, evacuate the sinus contents, and establish drainage through the mouth.

False

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40

Uncontrolled nasal hemorrhage may require the ligation of External Maxillary artery.

False

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41

What is the name of the structure that divides the two chambers of the nasal cavity?

septum

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42

____ is injected into the joint space to distend the capsule during a TMJ arthroscopy.

Lactated Ringer’s

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43

Which surgical procedure would be performed for excision of a cholesteatoma?

mastoidectomy

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44

What is the name of the narrow, double-angle retractor frequently used in oral procedures?

Minnesota

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45

Another name for the malar bone is ____.

zygomatic

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46

________ is performed to create a permanent opening in the tear duct for the drainage of tears.

Dacryocystorhinostomy

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47

Turbinectomy or Turbinate Reduction nasal airflow Performed to ---------

improve nasal airflow

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48

Otosclerosis is the term used to describe ____.

fixation of the stapes

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49

Which of the following statements regarding arch bars is CORRECT?

They are thin, malleable bars with hooks facing up for maxilla and down for mandible.

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50

Which tonsils are removed during the procedure called adenoidectomy?

pharyngeal

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51

Baron, Frazier, House, and Rosen are names of which type of instrument?

suction

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52

During Mastoidectomy the surgeon places the---------and then the -------is placed over it.

fascia graft , skin graft

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53

Which procedure is performed for removal of impacted wisdom teeth?

odontectomy

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54

What is the term that describes the side of teeth closest to the cheek?

buccal

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55

the Paranasal sinuses include all of the following EXCEPT:

Zygomatic.

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56

Myringoplasty is performed to close a small nonhealing hole in the _____________.

tympanic membrane

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57

Which part of the tympanic membrane is fibrous, largest, and where drainage tubes are inserted?

pars tensa

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58

Which bone contributes to the posterior and inferior portion of the nasal septum?

vomer

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59

Before repair of frontal sinus fractures, the sinus mucosa must be removed and the duct occluded. The sinus is then often filled with a ___________.

fat graft

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60

Name the three sections of the pharynx.

nasopharynx, oropharynx, laryngopharynx

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61

Glasscock dressing is used after ----------procedure

Ear

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62

Crescent-shaped cartilage found in the TMJ and knee joints is the ____.

meniscus

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63

What can be done to treat an intranasal dural tear?

cover with fat, fascia, or muscle graft

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64

Which structure is often blocked with stones in the parotid gland, possibly necessitating surgical removal of the gland?

Steno’s duct

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65

Why is nitrous oxide NOT used during reconstructive ear surgery?

It expands the middle ear.

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66

most common Epistaxis occur in -------

Kiesselbach’s plexus

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67

Which term is commonly referred to as the throat?

pharynx

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68

Which of the following is the MOST commonly used autograft in otologic procedures?

temporalis fascia

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69

Le Fort ____ is a horizontal fracture of the maxilla that causes the hard palate and alveolar process to become separated from the remainder of the maxilla. The fracture extends into the lower nasal septum, lateral maxillary sinus, and palatine bones.

I

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70

Why is Gelfoam used in ENT surgical procedures?

achieve hemostasis

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71

Uncontrolled nasal hemorrhage may require the ligation of ---------

Internal Maxillary artery

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72

Which procedure is performed for treatment of sleep apnea?

UPPP

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73

A rubber wedge placed between the upper and lower teeth of the unaffected side to maintain the patient’s mouth in an open position is called a(n) ____.

mouth prop

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74

Which of the following procedures would require use of an operating microscope?

stapedectomy

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75

In the Le Fort _____ fracture there is a separation of all the facial bones from their cranial base. It includes fracture of the zygoma, maxilla, and nasal bones. The fracture line extends through the ethmoid bone and bony orbit with severe facial flattening and swelling.

III

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Which instrument is routinely used in ear procedures to pass a prothesis or a graft?

Alligator

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77

Ménière's Disease :Chronic disease of the------

inner ear

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78

the throat pack is moistened , 4x4 or raytecs. inserted in the throat prior to maxillofacial surgery to reduce risk of aspiration and preventing tooth or bone fragments from entering the throat, which instrument is Used to place the throat pack:

McGill Forceps

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79

Which tonsils are removed during the procedure called tonsillectomy?

palatine

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80

What is the term for bony overgrowth of the stapes?

otosclerosis

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81

The purpose of arch bars is to stabilize the ____ bone(s)?

maxillary

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82

Pectoralis Myocutaneous (PMC) and Deltopectoral (DP) :

Flaps tissue are created to provide coverage for soft tissue defect

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83

The ________ transmits the vibrations of the tympanic membrane and the other ossicles to the inner ear via the oval window.

stapes

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84

What are the Conchae (Turbinates)?

osseous ridges on the lateral walls of the nasal cavity

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85

Which of the following is the MOST common type of midfacial fracture and is also known as a transmaxillary fracture?

Le Fort I

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86
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Ballenger swivel knife

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87

What is the name of the long, thin, cupped, pistol-grip type handled forceps used in many nasal procedures?

Takahashi

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88

How many craniofacial bones make up the orbit?

seven

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89

The inner Ear is surrounded by ---------

Labyrinth bone

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90

Care must be taken when preauricular and submandibular incisions are made to protect this nerve :

VII Facial . N

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Knight scissors

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92

LeFort II and III fractures can also be referred to as ____ fractures.

panfacial

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Cholesteatoma

Cyst of infected skin cells within middle ear that erodes the cavity and ossicles

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94

What structure attaches the tongue to the floor of the buccal cavity?

lingual frenulum

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The Le Fort ______ fracture is pyramidal. It extends from the nasal bone, to the frontal processes of the maxilla, lacrimal bones, and inferior orbital floor, and may extend into the orbital foramen. Inferiorly, it extends into the anterior maxillary sinus, and into the pterygoid plates.

II

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What term describes the concavity on the tympanic membrane where the malleus is attached?

umbo

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97

The name of the radical antrostomy procedure to provide adequate visualization is known as a(n) ____.

Caldwell-Luc

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98

What structures are removed during UPPP?

tonsils, adenoids, uvula, portion of the soft palate

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99

Cholesteatoma :bengin Cyst or tumor that fills the mastoid cavity this process can also damage the ossicles.

True

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During a tracheostomy, the ________ is sent with the patient to his or her room.

obturator

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robot