Match the Column I (disorders of organ) with Column II (its characteristic feature)
Column I Column II
(disorder of organ) (characteristic)
i. Pharyngitis
a. Inflammation of tonsils
ii. Tonsilitis
b. Sore throat
iii. Otosclerosis
c. Clouding of the lens
iv. Cataract
d. fixation of the stapes bone

Choose the most appropriate option from below :

1. A

   i-b, ii-a, iii-d, iv-c

2. B

   i-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b

3. C

   i-d, ii-c, iii-b, iv-a

4. D

   Question not attempted

Appeared in: Raj. CHO -2025

Explanation

• Pharyngitis is the inflammation of the pharynx, with a sore throat being its primary symptom.
• Tonsillitis is specifically the inflammation of the tonsils.
• Otosclerosis is a condition of the middle ear characterized by the abnormal hardening and fixation of the stapes bone, which impairs hearing.
• A cataract is defined by the opacification or clouding of the eye's lens, which obstructs the passage of light and impairs vision.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option B: This option incorrectly matches Pharyngitis with 'Clouding of the lens' (a feature of Cataract), Tonsillitis with 'fixation of the stapes bone' (Otosclerosis), Otosclerosis with 'Inflammation of tonsils' (Tonsillitis), and Cataract with 'Sore throat' (Pharyngitis). All pairings are incorrect.
• Option C: This option incorrectly matches Pharyngitis with 'fixation of the stapes bone' (Otosclerosis), Tonsillitis with 'Clouding of the lens' (Cataract), Otosclerosis with 'Sore throat' (Pharyngitis), and Cataract with 'Inflammation of tonsils' (Tonsillitis). All pairings are incorrect.
• Option D: This option indicates that the question was not attempted. It is not a valid answer to the question itself.

Related Visual

• Visual 1: Diagram - An illustration showing an inflamed pharynx and tonsils to differentiate Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis.
• Visual 2: Anatomical Chart - A cross-section of the human ear, highlighting the stapes bone in the middle ear to explain Otosclerosis.
• Visual 3: Medical Illustration - A comparison of a healthy eye and an eye with a cataract, showing the clouding of the lens.

Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: Knowing This question tests the knowledge of common disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and eye, and their defining characteristics helps nurses interpret findings accurately and avoid errors in routine assessment, medication administration, and patient teaching.
• Nurses play a crucial role in identifying the signs and symptoms of these common conditions during patient assessment. Recognizing a sore throat as potential pharyngitis or tonsillitis allows for timely advice on symptomatic relief and when to see a doctor.
• For conditions like cataracts and otosclerosis, which cause progressive sensory loss, early identification and referral by nurses to specialists (Ophthalmologist/ENT surgeon) are vital for preventing irreversible damage and improving quality of life.
• Patient education is a key nursing responsibility. This includes explaining the condition, treatment options (e.g., surgery for cataracts), and post-operative care to patients and their families.

How to Approach the Question

• First, read both columns carefully to understand the terms.
• Start by matching the disorder you are most confident about. For example, 'Tonsillitis' directly relates to 'Inflammation of tonsils'. This gives you one correct pair (ii-a).
• Next, match 'Cataract'. This is a well-known eye condition, and its key feature is the 'Clouding of the lens' (iv-c).
• Then, address 'Pharyngitis'. The suffix '-itis' means inflammation, and the pharynx is the throat, so 'Sore throat' is the logical symptom (i-b).
• By elimination, 'Otosclerosis' must match with 'fixation of the stapes bone' (iii-d).
• Finally, combine your matches (i-b, ii-a, iii-d, iv-c) and select the option that contains this exact combination.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: This question tests the knowledge of common disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and eye, and their defining characteristics.
• Stem keywords: Pharyngitis, Tonsilitis, Otosclerosis, Cataract
• Lead-in keywords: Match the Column

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