A patient presents to the clinician complaining of ear pain. On examination, the clinician finds that the patient has tenderness on traction of the pinna as well as when applying pressure over the tragus.
These findings are classic signs of which condition?
a. Otitis media c. Tinnitus
b. Meniere's disease d. Otitis externa
Question 2
Which classic feature of an epidural hematoma may distinguish it from other skull hematomas?
a. Unilateral hemiparesis
b. Loss of speech
c. Temporary hearing loss
d. A brief loss of consciousness, then a brief lucid moment, followed by a momentary unconsciousness occuring minutes after the injury
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A medical assistant helps the physician with a patient.
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