A nursing student studying the auditory system learns about the ...

[lracut11]

A nursing student studying the auditory system learns about the structures of the inner ear. What structures does this include? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Cochlea
  b. Epitympanum
  c. Organ of Corti
  d. Semicircular canals
  e. Vestibule

Question 2

A client is scheduled to have a tumor of the middle ear removed. What teaching topic is most important for the nurse to cover?
 
  a. Expecting hearing loss in the affected ear
  b. Managing postoperative pain
  c. Maintaining NPO status prior to surgery
  d. Understanding which medications are allowed the day of surgery

[Chou]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
The cochlea, organ of Corti, semicircular canals, and vestibule are all part of the inner ear. The epitympanum is in the middle ear.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Removal of an inner ear tumor will likely destroy hearing in the affected ear. The other teaching topics are appropriate for any surgical client.

[lracut11]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[ktidd]

Gracias!