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Match each statement with the correct term. -uveal tract

A) where the eyelids meet nearest the nose
B) where the eyelids meet on the outside of the eye
C) vertical skin folds on either side of the nose
D) the vascular layer of the eye
E) appendages or accessory structures of an organ

F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

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A cochlear implant is an electronic device ____.

A) known as an "in the canal" hearing aid
B) that is implanted to restore balance
C) that transmits signals to electrodes implanted in the cochlea
D) that is implanted to relieve the symptoms of Ménière's disease

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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____________________ is an inflammation of the lacrimal gland that can be caused by a bacterial,viral,or fungal infection.

Which term describes the surgical incision of the eardrum to create an opening for the placement of tympanostomy tubes?

The medical term for the inability to distinguish colors is ____________________,or color blindness.

Otoplasty is the surgical repair of the auditory canal.

Match each definition with the correct term. -canthus

A corneal abrasion is a pitting of the cornea caused by an infection or injury.

Match each definition with the correct word part. -kerat/o

____________________ is the drooping of the upper eyelid that is usually due to paralysis.

Match each definition with the correct term. -malleus

The term meaning the turning outward of the eyelid edge is ____________________.

Which term describes a condition in which central vision is lost and peripheral vision may remain?

Swelling surrounding the eye or eyes is known as ____________________ edema.

The flow of pus from the ear is known as ____.

The pressure-related ear discomfort often caused by changes in pressure when flying is known as ____________________.

An inflammation of the eustachian tube is known as ____________________.

A/An ____ is a noncancerous growth that develops on the cornea and can become large enough to distort vision.

Crying is the overflowing of tears from the ____.

____________________ is an inflammation of the sclera that is usually associated with infections,chemical injuries,or autoimmune diseases.