Aural Flashcards
1
Q
What should the ear be examined for?
A
Redness Smell Discharge Pigmentations Excessive wax Self mutilation Palpation of conchal cartilage for any fluid sounds Pain response
2
Q
What should always be checked prior to flushing?
A
Has the ear drum been perforated
3
Q
Name some diseases of the pinnacle
A
Aural Haematoma Parasites Wounds Dermatophytes Neoplasia
4
Q
Name some predisposing causes of ear disease?
A
Conformation Excessive hair Constant moisture Skin disease Treatment errors
5
Q
Name some precipitating causes of ear disease
A
Foreign body Parasites High humidity Excess cerulean Obstruction Allergic dermatitis Treatment errors
6
Q
Name some perpetrating factors for ear disease?
A
Bacteria Yeasts Canal narrowing Chronic integument change Treatment errors
7
Q
What ear drugs are considered safe for when the ear drum has perforated?
A
Tris-ETDA
