Diagnostic Investigations in ENT — MCQs

To distinguish between cochlear and post-cochlear damage, which test is done?

Identify the marked structure in the given image.

Which of the following is the best tuning fork to perform Rinne's and Weber's tests?

Caloric test assesses the function of

The investigation of choice for vestibular schwannoma is

A 72-year-old man presents to his primary care physician with progressively worsening hearing loss. He states that his trouble with hearing began approximately 7-8 years ago. He is able to hear when someone is speaking to him; however, he has difficulty with understanding what is being said, especially when there is background noise. In addition to his current symptoms, he reports a steady ringing in both ears, and at times experiences dizziness. Medical history is significant for three prior episodes of acute otitis media. Family history is notable for his father being diagnosed with cholesteatoma. His temperature is 98.6°F (37°C), blood pressure is 138/88 mmHg, pulse is 74/min, and respirations are 13/min. On physical exam, when a tuning fork is placed in the middle of the patient's forehead, sound is appreciated equally on both ears. When a tuning fork is placed by the external auditory canal and subsequently on the mastoid process, air conduction is greater than bone conduction. Which of the following is most likely the cause of this patient's symptoms?

In a child aged 3-12 years with an ear problem, which one of these situations merits urgent referral to hospital?

Gelle's test is done in?

The following test is useful for diagnosis of all except:

Which of the following statements about tubercular otitis media is false?