Chronic otitis media with effusion (OME) is differentiated from acute otitis media (AOM) because it is usually characterized by:
a. a fever as high as 40° C (104° F).
b. severe pain in the ear.
c. nausea and vomiting.
d. a feeling of fullness in the ear.
ANS: D
OME is characterized by feeling of fullness in the ear or other nonspecific complaints. Fever is a sign of AOM. OME does not cause severe pain. This may be a sign of AOM. Nausea and vomiting are associated with otitis media.
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