Eye
The structure that produces tears to cleanse and lubricate the eye
Lacrimal gland
This structure separates the outer ear from the middle ear
Tympanic membrane
Cilia is best described as
Small, hair-like projections in the nares that trap larger dust particles entering the nose
An overproduction of aqueous humor may result in this disorder
Glaucoma
The innermost layer of the eye where light rays reflect to form an image
Retina
The specific names of the ossicles found within the middle ear
Malleus, incus and stapes
Rhinorrhea
A stapedectomy is the treatment for this disorder
Otosclerosis
When exposed to bright light, this protective mechanism of the eye is seen
Pupil constriction
Fluid within this structure vibrates when sound waves are transmitted by the stapes
Cochlear duct
Taste buds on the tongue are found in this structure
A chronic condition that involves a build up of fluid in the inner ear and can result in hearing loss
Meniere's Disease
Found within the iris, this structure is responsible for changes in pupil size
Intrinsic muscle
These structures contain liquid that is set in motion by head and body movements and in turn communicates with the cerebellum to maintain equilibrium
Semicircular canals
Pain the feels like it is coming from part of the body that is no longer there
Phantom pain
Surgical removal of the structure behind the pupil treats this disorder
Cataracts
The posterior chamber of the eye is filled with this jelly like substance that helps the eye to maintain shape
Vitreous humor
This tool is used to examine the tympanic membrane
Otoscope
Describe two circumstances that commonly result in thrush
Common in babies, following long term antibiotics, people with immune deficiency, and those who use steroid sprays for asthma.
Two symptoms of macular degeneration
Partial loss of vision, abnormality where straight lines appear wavy, blurred vision, loss of central vision