HY USMLE Q #1582 – Rinne vs Weber tests

A 59-year-old woman comes to the physician for a 6-month history of progressively worsening hearing in her left ear. Physical examination shows cerumen impaction in the left ear. Which of the following is most likely to be seen in this patient?

A) Rinne test shows air conduction > bone conduction; Weber test louder in left ear
B) Rinne test shows air conduction > bone conduction; Weber test louder in right ear
C) Rinne test shows bone conduction > air conduction; Weber test louder in left ear
D) Rinne test shows bone conduction > air conduction; Weber test louder in right ear

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