The Term That Means Ringing in the Ears Is

question 63

Multiple Choice

The term that means ringing in the ears is

• A)vertigo.
• B)otalgia.
• C)tinnitus.
• D)otitis media.

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Definitions:

Radioactive Material

Radioactive material consists of substances that emit radiation as a result of the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.

Radiation Sickness

An illness caused by excessive exposure to ionizing radiation, characterized by symptoms such as nausea, weakness, hair loss, skin burns, and decreased organ function.

Nausea

A sensation of unease and discomfort in the stomach with an urge to vomit.

Radioactive Decay

The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.