A 5-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with persistent nasal discharge, mouth breathing and snoring. Otoscopy reveals bilateral ...

Question

A 5-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with persistent nasal discharge, mouth breathing and snoring. Otoscopy reveals bilateral tympanic membrane retraction with fluid levels. According to ear health programs such as Hearing Assessment Program - Early Ears, what is the MOST important reason to address his ear disease promptly?

Accepted Answer

To prevent conductive hearing loss and its impact on language, learning and life outcomes

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To reduce the risk of acute otitis externa

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To improve athletic performance

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To avoid the need for vaccinations

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To reduce the risk of allergic rhinitis

au-racgp MCQ (SBA): Otitis media and hearing loss impact