Ear Flashcards
1
Q
Otitis Externa
A
- swimmer’s ear
- inflammation/infection of external ear canal
2
Q
Causes of Otitis Externa
A
- constant moisture (sweat/water)
- trauma (cotton swab)
- earpiece wearing
3
Q
Symptoms of Otitis Externa
A
- ear pain/swelling
- no discharge
- fever
- hearing impairement
4
Q
Treatment of Otitis Externa
A
- ear drops
- antiseptic drops
- oral analgesics (ibuprofen)
5
Q
Otitis Media
A
inflammation of the middle of the ear
occurs in young children
6
Q
Symptoms of Otitis Media
A
- ear pain (child tugging at ear, cranky, feeling bad)
- decreased hearing
- fever
7
Q
Treatment of Otitis Media
A
- analegestics (acetaminophen, ibuprofen)
- oral antibiotics in cases > 48 hours
8
Q
Water Clogged Ear
A
Causes: swimming/bathing
9
Q
Treatment of Water Clogged Ear
A
- ear drying agents (isopropyl alcohol)
- ear plugs
10
Q
Cerumen Impaction
A
- earwax blocking ear canal
11
Q
Causes of Cerumen Impaction
A
- narrow ear canals
- no cleaning
- cotton swabs
12
Q
Symptoms of Cerumen Impaction
A
- Hearing impairment
- pain/ringing of ears
13
Q
Treatment of Cerumen Impaction
A
- hydrogen peroxide, mineral oil, debrox
14
Q
Ototoxicity
A
- damage to hearing or function of ear
15
Q
Causes of Ototoxicity
A
- chemicals
- medication induced
