Bells palsy (actual) Flashcards
1
Q
Bells palsy what nerve?
A
Facial nerve VII
2
Q
Recovery time
A
2 weeks-6 months
3
Q
Bells palsy s/s
A
Inability to wrinkle brow Drooping eyelid Inability to close eye Inability to puff cheek Drooping mouth
4
Q
Key feature
A
Unilateral lower motor facial weakness
5
Q
Symptom onset
A
48-72 hrs
6
Q
Bells palsy often occurs in pts with
A
pregnancy
Upper respiratory conditions
HTN
Herpes
7
Q
Treatment
A
Oral corticosteroids: within 72 hrs
Antiviral
8
Q
Management
A
Pain management
Sling to support affect muscles
Protect face from cold
9
Q
Management: eye protection
A
Dark glasses
Artificial tears
Ointment & eye shield at night
10
Q
Focus of treatment:
A
symptom relief
Prevent complications
Protection of affected eye
