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Otoscopes

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1.  In general, pocket otoscopes offer the following except: Small, lighter version of full-size otoscopes Only non-fiber optic light source technology Power source in the form of alkaline batteries in most cases None of the above

2.  In general, full-size otoscopes offer the following except: Flexibility in changing out otoscope head Flexibility in changing out otoscope handle Flexibility in utilizing either rechargeable or alkaline batteries None of the above

3.  The major advantage of video otoscopes over other types includes: The capability of video otoscopes to wirelessly transmit images The capability of video otoscopes to capture images Offering an otoscope at a much less expensive price All of the above

4.  The otoscope head offering the largest open area for passing instrumentation during cerumen removal procedures is: Diagnostic Pneumatic Operating Macroview

5.  Which of the following light sources is associated with the dullest amount of illumination? Incandescent technology Halogen Xenon LED

6.  In terms of power sources, memory effect refers to: An effect observed in nickel cadmium batteries that causes them to hold less charge An effect observed in nickel metal hydride batteries that causes them to hold less charge An effect observed in lithium ion batteries that causes them to hold less charge An effect observed in all rechargeable batteries that causes them to hold less charge

7.  The battery technology associated with the highest power capacity and slowest discharge rate is: Alkaline NiCad NiMH LI-ON

8.  The battery technology associated with the highest cost is: Alkaline NiCad NiMH LI-ON

9.  The otoscope bulb in a non-fiber optic otoscope is located: Inside the otoscope handle Within the floor of the otoscope head, out of direct line of site Within the base of the otoscope head, in direct line of site through the magnification piece None of the above

10.  Which of the following statements about otoscopes is false? Newer video otoscopes require software to operate properly In general, fiber-optic otoscopes will cost more than non-fiber optic otoscopes In some cases, it is possible to attach an otoscope head made by one manufacturer to an otoscope handle made by a completely different manufacturer All of the above