Respiratory Infections Flashcards
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Otitis Media
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- Infection of the middle ear
- Block of eustachian tube
- Comes after respiratory infection
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Otitis Media - CMs
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- Fussy
- Pulling on ear
- Fevers
- Don’t want to lay down (supine)
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Otitis Media - Therapeutic Management
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Pharm
> antipyretics: acetaminophen or ibuprofen
> antibiotics if < 6 months: amoxicillin, amoxicllin-clavulanate, azithromycin, ceftriaxone
> wait if > 6 months 24-48hrs before meds -
Surgical
> Myringotomy: small incision in eardrum for drainage
> Tympanostomy: tubes
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Otitis Media - Nursing Interventions
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No chewing
> incrs pain - Heat/cold for discomfort
- Educate on med admin
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Otitis Media - Prevention
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- Upright feedings
- Up-to-date vaccinations
- Breastfeed for 6 months
6
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Long-Term Impact of Chronic Ear Infections
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Hearing loss > Speech problems
7
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What makes children more prone to ear infections
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Infants and kids have shorter, wider, & straighter eustachian tubes
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Tonsilitis - Etiology & Manifs
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Etiology
> infection/inflammation of the tonsils
> viral, bacterial, or fungal
> Strep A (strep throat) -
Manifestations
> fever
> recurrent sore throat
> enlarged red, white exudate tonsils
> dysphagia (mouth breather)
> difficulty swallowing
> mouth odor, snoring
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Tonsilitis - Nursing Interventions
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- No milk products
- No red foods/liquids
- Soft foods
- Nothing sharp in mouth
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Tonsilitis - Therapeutic Management
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Pharm
> antipyretics/analgesics: acetaminophen
> hydrocodone if dysphagia
> antibiotics -
Surgical
> tonsillectomy
11
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Tonsilitis - Highest Risk Age Group
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School age
12
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Tonsillectomy - Indications for Surgery
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- Recurrent infections
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Snoring at night
> tonsils obstructive
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Tonsillectomy - Post-Op Care
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Red Flags
> frequent swallowing = bleeding -
Pain management
> ice collar, analgesics -
Diet
> no carbonation or red dyes -
Teaching
> prevent sneezing, coughing, vomiting (antiemetics)
> normal activity in 1-2wks
> assess for S/S of infection
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Nasopharyngitis - Etiology & Manifs
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Etiology
> common cold; virus, 10-14 days
> inflammation in upper airway -
Manifestations
> nasal inflammation
> dryness & irritation of nasal passages & pharynx
> fever
> dcrd appetite
> restlessness
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Nasopharyngitis - Therapeutic Management/Nursing Interventions
treat symtpoms
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Hydration
> pedialyte, gatorade - Rest
- Cool mist humidifer
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Medications
> antipyretics
> decongestants (6yrs+)
> cough suppresants (avoid; over sedation) -
DO NOT give
> antihistamines or antibiotics