Epistaxis Flashcards
1
Q
Frequent site of nasal haemorrhage?
A
Little’s area on the nasal septum
2
Q
First aid measures for treatment of epistaxis?
A
Digital pressure on the nose inferior to nasal bones; lean forward and avoid swallowing blood
3
Q
Risks of a posterior nosebleed? (2)
A
Usually more profuse and greater risk of airway compromise
4
Q
Investigations in recurrent epistaxis? (3)
A
Full blood count, coagulation
Suspicion of malignancy- referral to ENT surgeon for CT scan/endoscope
5
Q
Treatment of epistaxis? (2)
A
Cautery with silver nitrate
Packing
6
Q
Symptoms which suggest possible nasal/nasopharyngeal tumours?
A
Facial pain or otalgia
7
Q
Factors which predispose to epistaxis?
A
Anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications
Coagulation disorders
