Author Question: Otitis media is often difficult to detect because most children affected by this disorder do not yet ... (Read 11 times)

gonzo233 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Otitis media is often difficult to detect because most children affected by this disorder do not yet have sufficient speech and language skills to tell others what is bothering them. Give five common signs of otitis media.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The combining form pronat/o- means ________.

A) face down
B) face up
C) lying on the back
D) lying on the front

brittiany.barnes · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Common signs of otitis media:
unusual irritability, fussiness
difficulty sleeping, night awakening
tugging or pulling at one or both ears
fever
fluid draining from the ear
loss of balance
unresponsiveness to quiet sounds or other signs of hearing difficulty such as sitting too close to the television or being inattentive

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) There are no medical word parts that mean face up.
C) Supinat/o- means lying on the back.
D) There are no medical word parts that mean lying on the front.