UNIT 1 Nursing management of patient with disorders of Ear, Nose and Throat ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE EAR The ear has 2 main roles:Hearing (auditory function)Balance (equilibrium function) It is divided into three main parts: 1. External Ear (Outer Ear) 🔸 Parts: 🔸 Functions:✅ Collects & funnels sound waves to the middle ear.✅ Protects inner structures with wax and hairs. 2. Middle Ear (Tympanic Cavity) 🔸 Parts: 🔸 Functions:✅