A patient is being evaluated for a hearing disorder. How does the nurse explain the semicircular canals?

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The semicircular canals are part of the inner ear involved in balance and spatial orientation. They contain a fluid called endolymph and sensory hair cells that detect movement of the fluid, which occurs as the head moves, helping the brain to interpret the body's position and maintain balance. Choices A, B, and D describe other parts of the ear but not the semicircular canals.

A Patient Is Being Evaluated for a Hearing Disorder