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ENagel

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A stapedectomy would be performed for which condition?
 
  A) cerumen impaction
  B) labyrinthitis
  C) otosclerosis
  D) sinusitis

Question 2

During hypnosis, patients are able to remember who they are and what is happening.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Alligator forceps, not a surgery, are used to remove a cerumen impaction.
B) Labyrinthitis is treated with an antibiotic drug, not surgery.
C) Correct Stapedectomy is done to remove the diseased footplate of the stapes.
D) Sinusitis is treated with an antibiotic drug or sinus surgery, not a stapedectomy.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE



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