Ear wax Flashcards
1
Q
What are the clinical features of ear wax
A
- Gradual hearing loss
- Ear discomfort
- Presence of excessive wax
2
Q
Give three referral criteria for ear wax impaction?
A
- Dizziness or tinnitus
- Pain originating from middle ear; middle ear infection
- Fever and general malaise in children; middle ear infection
- trauma related conductive deafness
- foreign body in External Auditory Meatus
- OTC med failure
3
Q
olive oil dosage + directions?
A
2-3 drops using dropper into ear
- twice daily for up to 7 days
- <5 only treated under medical diagnosis + supervision
4
Q
sodium bicarbonate dosage + directions?
A
3-4 drops into ear
-<5 only treated under medical diagnosis + supervision
5
Q
Which ear wax product is it n not recommended to form a cotton wool plug?
A
-peroxide based products (Otex products, Earex advance, Exterol)
6
Q
Which products regarding ear wax impaction must you be cautious with handing out?
A
- Cerumol (arachis oil/peanut oil)
- Earex (Arachis + almond oil)
7
Q
Which OTC products contain Docusate?
A
- waxsol
- Molcer
8
Q
Name a Glycerin based product?
A
Earex plus
