Module 3 asynch videos

Question 1

septal hematoma

Answer 1

can cause chronic deformity
often bilateral
- cover with abx
- refer for drainage

Question 2

tx of preg pt’s with rhinosinusitis

Answer 2

allergy to PCN
- 1st line: macrolide

Question 3

benefits of intranasal corticosteroids

Answer 3

most effective tx for allergic rhinitis
low systemic bioavailability
benefit ocular s/s
available OTC

Question 4

disadvantages of intranasal corticosteroids

Answer 4

• side effects
• improper use
• concern in peds regarding growth suppression

Question 5

nasal antihistamine advantages

Answer 5

quick action
effective for nasal congestion
more tolerable side effects
effective conjunction with INCS

Question 6

nasal antihistamine disadvantages

Answer 6

more expensive
less effective than INCS

Question 7

oral antihistamine benefits

Answer 7

low cost
OTC
2nd gen: less sedating
addresses multiple s/s of allergy
generally well tolerated

Question 8

oral antihistamine disadvantage

Answer 8

drowsiness
less effective than INCS
no conjunctive benefit with INCS

Question 9

types of nonallergic, noninfectious, rhinitis

Answer 9

drug induced
rhinits of the elderly
hormonal
nonallergic occupational
gustatory
idiopathic