Question

matching question
match the procedure of the ear to the correct term description.
instructions
ceruminolysis
mastoidectomy
mastoidocentesis
puncture of the mastoid
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Explanation:

Ceruminolysis is the breakdown or softening of ear - wax (cerumen). Mastoidectomy is the surgical removal of the mastoid process of the temporal bone. Mastoidocentesis is the puncture of the mastoid air cells to drain fluid. The description "Puncture of the mastoid" matches mastoidocentesis.

Answer:

Ceruminolysis - Breakdown/softening of ear - wax; Mastoidectomy - Surgical removal of mastoid process; Mastoidocentesis - Puncture of the mastoid