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Physical Examinations II
Ear Exam
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Source: Richard Glickman-Simon, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, MA
This video describes the examination of the ear, beginning with a review of its surface and interior anatomy (Figure 1). The cartila...
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Transcript
Ear infections are common occurrences-especially in children-and a proper ear exam is essential to accurately diagnose such conditions.
A comprehensive ear exam includes inspection and palpation of the external ear, hearing test to assess auditory acuity, and the otoscopic exam to inspect the external and middle ear-including the tympanic ...
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