Practice Question
A parent comments that her infant has had several ear infections in the past few months. Why are infants more susceptible to otitis media?
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Correct Answer:
The eustachian tube is shorter.
Rationale:
🔷In infants, the eustachian tube is shorter, wider, and more horizontal, which allows nasopharyngeal secretions to enter the middle ear more easily.
🔷This anatomy impairs drainage and ventilation of the middle ear, fostering pathogen growth.
🔷The immature tube is also less efficient at closing, increasing the chance of reflux of secretions during crying or feeding.
🔷These factors make infants particularly prone to otitis media compared with older children and adults.
🔷Recognizing the anatomical predisposition helps guide prevention (e.g., feeding position, smoke avoidance) and timely evaluation.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
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