The Sequence of Auditory Ossicles in the Middle Ear Starting

question 146

Multiple Choice

The sequence of auditory ossicles in the middle ear starting at the tympanic membrane and ending at the oval window is:

• A) malleus, incus, and stapes.
• B) malleus, stapes, and incus.
• C) stapes, malleus, and incus.
• D) stapes, incus, and malleus.

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Definitions:

Lithium

The lightest of the solid elements in the periodic table of elements, widely used to treat bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Disorder

Mood disorder characterized by extreme mood swings that include one or more episodes of mania, an overexcited, unrealistically optimistic state.

Panic Attacks

Sudden and intense episodes of fear or anxiety, often accompanied by physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath.

Major Depression

A disorder affecting mental well-being, characterized by enduring low spirits or diminished interest in activities, severely impacting daily routines.