Asked by Vu Hoa Duong (K13_HN) on May 19, 2024

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An otoscope is used to examine which part of the ear?

A) cochlea
B) tympanic cavity
C) tympanic membrane
D) auditory ossicles

Otoscope

A medical device used to look into the ears for examination, helping to diagnose conditions like ear infections.

Tympanic Cavity

An air-filled space located in the middle ear containing the ossicles, which transmit sound vibrations.

Tympanic Membrane

Also known as the eardrum, it is a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.

  • Understand the use and target of otoscope examination in the ear.
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Nokwethaba SibiyaMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
An otoscope is a medical device used to examine the ear canal and the tympanic membrane (also known as the eardrum). It allows doctors to look for signs of infection, inflammation, or other abnormalities in the ear.