Epistaxis Flashcards
1
Q
epistaxis
A
nose bleeding
2
Q
causes
A
trauma medication granulomatosis polyangitis tumour surgery cocaine
3
Q
what medications can cause epistaxis
A
anticoagulants
antiplatelets
4
Q
management
A
DRABCDE
compression
cautery
anterior then posterior nasal packing
5
Q
when would packing be indicated
A
unable to localise bleeding site
6
Q
what should be given if first aid management is effective, to prevent crusting
A
topical antiseptic
7
Q
nasal septal haematoma
A
haematoma developed due to nasal injury
8
Q
septal haematoma rhinoscopy observation
A
bilateral red swelling
9
Q
management of septal haematoma
A
emergency incision and drainage
