Alterations in sensory perceptions/disorder of the eyes and ears Flashcards
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When is eye color determined?
By 6-12 months
When do tears appear?
The first 2-4 weeks of life
Physical examination of the eye
-Position
-Symetry
-Discharge
-Tearing
-PERLA
-Redness
Inspection of the eye
Ophthalmoscope
Lab and diagnostic tests?
Culture of the eye discharge
What is conjunctivitis?
Inflammation of the bulbar
What are some causes of conjunctivitis?
Infection, allergy or chemicals
Signs of BACTERIAL conjunctivitis?
Inflamed, purulent discharge
Treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis?
Antibiotics or ointment
Signs of VIRAL conjunctivitis?
Inflamed, watery discharge, tearing
Treatment for viral conjunctivitis?
Relieve symptoms
Is conjunctivitis contagious?
VERY
Risk factors for conjunctivitis
-Under 2
-Daycare, school
-Ear infections
-Upper resp infections
Conjunctivitis teaching
-Apply drops/ointment
-Warm compresses
-Washing hands
When can children go back to school with viral conjunctivitis?
When symptoms decrease
When can children go back to school with bacterial conjunctivitis?
24-48 hours after beginning of treatment
What is a nasal duct obstruction?
Build-up of tears in the lacrimal sac causing obstruction
Nasal duct teaching
Clean eyes frequently with moist cloth
Teach nasolacrimal duct massage
What is myopia?
Doesn’t see well from far
What is nearsightedness?
MYOPIA
What is hyperopia?
Sees from far but not well from close
What is farsightedness?
Hyperopia
What is an astigmatism?
Blurred vision causing dizziness, headaches, eye fatigue
What is strabismus?
Misalignment of the eye (lazy eye)