02367 - Otorhinolaryngology

Learning outcomes

At the end of this module, the student will have knowledge, to the extent of his competence, relating to physiopathology and clinical aspects of pediatric and adult otolaryngologic diseases; he knows the basic notions of functional and instrumental semiotics and of methodology and therapy in otolaryngology, with particular regard to emergency pathologies. 

Course contents

1. Anatomy and physiology of the ear. Otoscopy. Hearing loss classification.
2. Acute and chronic inflammations of external and middle ear.
3. Sudden hearing loss. Meniere's disease. Acoustic neuroma. Otosclerosis.
4. Anatomy and physiology of the nose and paranasal sinuses.
5. Rhinosinusitis. Nasal polyposis. Epixtasis and nasal trauma.
6. Anatomy of the farynx. Acute and chronic tonsillitis. Tonsillectomy.
7. Benign and malignant tumours of the pharynx.
8. Anatomy and physiology of the larynx.
9. Causes of dysphonia. Cancer of the larynx. Laryngeal paralyses.
10. Diagnosis and treatment of dyspnea by obstruction of the upper airways
11. Tracheotomy.

Readings/Bibliography

It is not necessary to purchase specialistic books. The teaching material presented during the lessons is available online through the proper link of the University of Bologna.

Teaching methods

During the lessons the main notions dealing with the anatomy, physiology and pathology of otolaryngologic districts will be presented and discussed. These clinical aspects will be appropriately integrated by nursing management rules in order to promote the learning of this discipline in relation to the future employment of the students.

Assessment methods

At the end of the course the examination aims to assess the achievement of learning objectives:
- Knowledge of the basic anatomic and physiologic notions of otolaryngologic districts.
- Knowledge of the major otolaryngologic diseases and of the related diagnostic pathways.
- Knowledge of the therapeutic methods and nursing management of the major otolaryngologic pathologies.
The exam will focus on a written quiz with 10 multiple-choice questions. The test is considered passed if the student correctly answers at least 6 questions. The outcome of this test will then be combined to that of the other teachings of the course.

Teaching tools

Presentation of slides (Microsoft Office Power Point) and videos from PC by videoprojector.

Office hours

See the website of Gian Gaetano Ferri