ear drops Flashcards
1
Q
what are ear drops used for
A
- anti-inflammatorys
- antibiotics
- wax solvents
2
Q
most common pathogenic bacteria in otitis externa
A
- pseudomonas
- proteus sp
- staph aureus
3
Q
common pathogenic fungi in otitis externa
A
- aspergillus niger
- candida albicans
4
Q
what medications are used in fungal otitis externa
A
clotrimazole and nystatin
5
Q
treatment for eczematous otitis externa
A
steroid without antibiotic is preferred
6
Q
patient advice for otitis externa
A
- keep water out of ear
- avoid trauma
- keep hearing aids out
7
Q
side effects of drops
A
- dizzieness
- local sensitivity
- otoxicity
8
Q
when can dizziness occur because of drops
A
if the drops aren’t body temperature
