NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
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Detailed explanation-1: -Otitis media is an ear infection in the middle ear. Fluid buildup behind the ear drum leads to middle ear infections (Picture 1). When there is fluid in the middle ear, it is called an effusion. Fluid in the middle ear can cause temporary hearing loss.
Detailed explanation-2: -The most common type of ear infection is called otitis media. It is caused by swelling and infection of the middle ear. The middle ear is located just behind the eardrum. An acute ear infection starts over a short period and is painful.
Detailed explanation-3: -Otitis media is another name for a middle-ear infection. It means an infection behind your eardrum. This kind of ear infection can happen after any condition that keeps fluid from draining from the middle ear. These conditions include allergies, a cold, a sore throat, or a respiratory infection.