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07.2 Epistaxis Flashcards

1
Q

At what point is a nose bleed most likely to occur?

A

Kiesselbach’s plexus

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What is the first thing you should do in a case of epistaxis?

A

Assess airways etc. (+/- resuscitation)

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What is the treatment pathway followed for epistaxis?

A 
Head forward, pinch nose for 15 minutes
Cautery
Anterior packing
Posterior packing
Radiological embolisation/ surgical ligation of SPA, Maxillary or ECA
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