Acute Otitis Media Flashcards
1
Q
who is this common in
A
children
2
Q
what other condition is this associated with
A
glue ear, URTI
3
Q
why are antibiotics not given in the first incidence
A
could be viral infection
4
Q
how long should be waited before prescribing antibiotics
A
3 days
5
Q
what antibiotic is commonly given for acute otitis media
A
amoxicillin
6
Q
if bacterial what pathogens are usually causative
A
resp pathogens
7
Q
when associated with URTI what is the common cause
A
oedema of nasal mucosa and blockage of eustachian tube leading to fluid and infection in inner ear
8
Q
what is commonly seen in acute otitis media
A
erythema, blood vessels in skin and drum, light reflex is displaced, bulging drum due to fluid behind
9
Q
what type of hearing loss is seen
A
conductive
