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Client shows up with genetic deformity of ear. What else should we ask about?

A

Any kidney or urinary tract problems?

***kidneys / urinary tract develop at same time in utero as the ears

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Tympanic Membrane:

In the left ear, the cone of light is at —

In the right ear, the cone of light is at —

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7 o’clock

5 o’clock

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Diagnostic Testing:

What type of sounds are being tested with a Watch Test?

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high frequency sounds

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Diagnostic Testing:

With the – Test, the fork is placed in the middle forehead.

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Weber

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Diagnostic Testing:

Explain the purpose of the Rinne Test?

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Tuning fork is placed next to ear and then on bone

Sound waves should be heard via air conduction longer than bone conduction

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Menier’s Disease and Labrythitis are — — diseases.

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Inner Ear

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Diagnostic Testing:

What is the most reliable form of testing?

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Audiometry

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Audiometry:

Frequency is measured in —

Intensity is measured in —

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hertz

decibals

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Audiometry:

Normal human speech is — decibals

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60

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Audiometry:

— is the lowest level of intensity at which pure tones and speech are heard by 50% of time

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Threshold

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Diagnostic Tests:

What does Tympanometry measure?

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mobility of eardrum and middle ear structures

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Diagnostic Tests:

Which test detects hearing loss in patients unable to indicate recognition of sound?

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Auditory Brainstem-Evoked Response

***electrodes used

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Diagnostic Tests:

Which test detects central or peripheral disease of the VESTIBULAR system?

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Electronystagmography (ENG)

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Diagnostic Tests:

With ENG, where are the electrodes placed and what are the detecting?

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around eyes

detecting any nystagmus elicited by stimulation of the acoustic nerve

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Diagnostic Tests:

Which test will not allow them to have a pacemaker?

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ENG

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Diagnostic Tests:

Teaching regarding ENG test?

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No pacemaker

NPO several hrs before

No caffeine, ETOH, sedatives, or antihistamines for 24 hrs prior

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Diagnostic Tests:

Which test uses warm water to stimulate nystagmus?

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Caloric Testing

***same restrictions as ENG

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Which meds can be ototoxic ?

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Gentamicin

Amikacin

Metronidazole

Forosemide

NSAIDs (ASA or Ibuprofen)

Chemo (Cisplatin)

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Tinnitis is a an — ear problem.

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inner

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Age related changes in the ear and hearing.

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Pinna elongated

Hair in ear canal coarser and longer

Cerumen drier and can cause impaction

Tympanic membrane loses elasticity

Hearing acuity decreases

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As we age, which types of sounds are lost first?

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high frequency sounds

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What are the two types of hearing loss?

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Conductive

Sensorineural

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Types of Hearing Loss:

Which type is caused by a physical obstruction to sound wave transmission?

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Types of Hearing Loss:

Which type is typically in the Middle and External Ear?

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Types of Hearing Loss: --- Hearing Loss is a defect in the middle or inner ear.
Sensorineural
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Types of Hearing Loss: Where are the three locations where Sensoirneural Hearing defects can be found?
Cochlear CN VIII Brain
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Types of Hearing Loss: Presbycusis (age-related hearing loss) is an example of --- --- ---
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
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Ear Irrigation: How much force should we use?
very little
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Ear Irrigation: Where should we place the stream of water?
above or below the obstruction (not in center)
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Ear Irrigation: Should we dig it out?
no
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Ear Irrigation: What do we do if cerumen doesn't come out?
Wait 10 mins and try again Place mineral oil into the ear 3x's a day for 2 days to soften cerumen, then try again
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Vertigo: What can we do to manage it?
Positional Exercises Rise slowly from sitting Avoid caffeine or ETOH Space fluids evenly throughout day
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Vertigo: If they have a severe episode, what should we tell them to do?
rest in a quiet, darkened room
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Vertigo: Which type of medication can be taken to decrease fluid in semicircular canals?
diuretic
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Vertigo: What should we tell them about their diet?
reduce salt
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Vertigo: What should we teach client about Meclizine?
restrict use in clients with closed angle glaucoma (PACG)
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Vertigo: Inapsine is an antiematic. What should we teach?
watch for postural hypotenstion and tachycardia
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Vertigo: What are s/e of Diphenhydromine?
Urinary retention Dry mouth
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Vertigo: What diseases are we concerned about with Scopolamine (Anticholinergic)?
Glaucoma - POAG (restricted) - PACG (contraindicated)
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Vertigo: If we prescribe Diazepam, what should we be alert to?
if they have PACG (restricted)
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Labrynthitis: What is Labrynthitis a complication of?
chronic otitis media URI Mononucleosis
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Labrynthitis: What are symptoms?
Hearing loss Tinnitus Nystagmus Vertigo with NV
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Labrynthitis: What is treatment plan?
Bedrest in darkened room Antiemetics Antivertigo Antibiotics (if bacterial)
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Labrynthitis: If meds don't work, what is a surgical option?
Labrynthectomy (removal of labrynthine portion of inner ear)
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Labrynthitis: What should we teach the client about postop for Labrynthectomy?
Severe NV postop Hearing loss expected in affected ear
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What is Meniere's Disease?
vestibular disease due to excess of endolymphatic fluid that distorts the inner canal system
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Meniere's Disease: How long can attacks last?
days or can be continous
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Meniere's Disease: What are the symptoms?
Tinnitus Vertigo Unilateral Sensorineural Hearing loss
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Meniere's Disease: Treatment plan
Diet Fluid Meds Surgery
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What is Acoustic Neuroma?
benign tumor of CN VIII
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Acoustic Neuroma: Symtpoms
Tinnitus Sensorineural hearing loss Mild to Moderate vertigo
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Acoustic Neuroma: What is treatment?
treat symptoms surgery
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Hearing Aids: What should we teach about caring for them?
Keep dry Clean with mild soap and water Clean debris from inner part with toothpick Avoid exposure to extreme temps Avoid hairspray, cosmetics, oils, or other hair and face products that might contact the reciever
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Surgery: Which surgeries for Conductive Hearing Loss?
Tympanoplasty Stapedectomy
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Surgery: Which surgery for Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Cochlear Implants
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Surgery: What should we teach client about Cochlear Implants?
Unit is not turned on immediately after surgery External unit is applied 2-6 wks after surgery and processor is programmed NO MRIs

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