OTITIS MEDIA Flashcards
1
Q
what medications can be given for otitis media?
A
antibiotics for the infection and benzocaine/lidocaine ear drops for pain relief
2
Q
how should the nurse administer the ear drops?
A
- pull pinna down and back of children <3 years of age
- warm the medication to room temperature
- place child in supine position prone with the affected ear up