A Large Number of Cases of a Particular Disease Observed

question 38

Multiple Choice

A large number of cases of a particular disease observed in a relatively short period of time in an area that previously experienced only sporadic cases of the disease is known as a(n)

• A) pandemic.
• B) outbreak.
• C) endemic.
• D) zoonosis.

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Definitions:

Ototoxic

Refers to substances that can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss or balance disorders due to damage to the inner ear.

Stapes

The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, and is involved in the conduction of sound vibrations to the inner ear.

Osseous Obstruction

A blockage or impediment within bone structures, often leading to reduced function or pain.

Eustachian Tube

A narrow tube that connects the middle ear to the throat, helping to maintain equal air pressure on both sides of the eardrum.